Merchandiser/Relief Sales Rep

Merchandiser/Relief Sales Rep

Onsite | Full-Time

Kowalski Companies, Inc. is a 105-year-old family-owned company that manufactures quality food products. With three facilities located in Michigan and Ohio, we are looking for a partner to continue the legacy.

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Role Overview

We are seeking a Merchandiser / Relief Sales Representative to support assigned retail accounts by merchandising products and serving as the primary store-level sales representative when needed. This role focuses on product stocking, rotation, ordering, and in-store execution while providing strong customer service across multiple locations in eastern Michigan.

Merchandising Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned retail locations to stock, rotate, and merchandise products according to company standards

• Transport product between backroom and display floor and maintain organize backstock areas

• Ensure proper product rotation, freshness, and presentation

• Provide superior customer service

Relief Rep Responsibilities

• Fill in as the primary store-level sales representative when needed

• Sell product inventory to standard and company guidelines

• Grow sales volume, product distribution, and shelf space within assigned accounts

• Execute promotions and support display and equipment placement

• Maintain positive relationships with store management and customers

• Complete paperwork in an accurate, legible, and timely manner

Qualifications

• 18 years or older

• Must have reliable transportation to access multi-store locations within assigned shift

• Valid U.S. driver's license and proof of insurance

• Ability to lift, load, push, and pull up to 20 lbs. per case repeatedly over work period.

• Ability to bend, reach, and squat repeatedly over work period.

Helpful Experience

• Merchandising, route-based, or field service experience

• Food, beverage, or retail merchandising experience

• Inventory management, ordering, or stock rotation

• Customer-facing sales or business-to-business selling

• Experience using handheld devices or mobile systems

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Employee Discount

Schedule

• 8-10-hour shifts

• Day shift, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend availability as needed

How to Apply

If you are motivated, reliable, and ready to contribute to a successful team, we encourage you to apply today.