Established in 1989, Morales Capital Group, is a portfolio of companies including MBG, Mexcor International, MFI, Globalternative Solutions, VivaVerse, and Viva Center. It is a primarily a family-owned, multi-generational importer & distributor of alcohol beverages headquartered in Houston, Texas. Founded by Celia Villanueva and joined by her son Eduardo Morales in 2014, MCG has grown to be the 3rd largest alcohol beverage distributor in Texas, the 4th largest spirits distributor in Florida and 6th in California. MCG has cultivated and established a network of partnerships with over 140 regional distributors and control states resulting in reach and presence in all 50 states in the US. MCG offers a carefully curated, diverse portfolio of top-quality brands sourced from all over the world and strives to provide exceptional levels of service to our business partners every day.
We are guided by our primary PURPOSE, our CORE VALUES and our RESPONSIBILITIES towards our ASSOCIATES, CUSTOMERS, SUPPLIERS & COMMUNITY.
Located in Houston, TX Morales Beverage Group seeks a Merchandiser for the Houston territory. We have a competitive compensation package with a wide range of benefits for full-time employees.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Area Manager, the Merchandiser will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the visibility of our products in retail accounts. This includes stocking shelves, building displays, managing inventory, and supporting sales efforts to ensure our brands stand out.
MORALES BEVERAGE GROUP VALUES
- All-In: Being Accountable; If it’s to be, it’s up to me.
- People: Growing and building partnerships within a family dynamic.
- Future Thinking: Innovative and disruptive in our approach.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Stock and maintain shelves and displays in accordance with company standards and retailer agreements.
- Set up and maintain promotional displays, including proper signage and pricing.
- Rotate inventory to ensure freshness and compliance with product expiration dates.
- Collaborate with sales representatives and retail staff to meet and exceed sales goals.
- Monitor inventory levels and promptly report shortages or restocking needs.
- Educate store staff about featured products and promotions to drive sales.
- Ensure strict compliance with local and federal alcohol laws as well as company policies.
BEHAVIOR & COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS
- A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, department leaders and executive leadership with the purpose of:
- Always being approachable
- Being known as a trusted resource for knowledge and guidance
- Desire to deliver excellence – Always looking for the very best product in what we do
- Living Above the Line – Exhibiting ownership, accountability and responsibility
- Engaged – Ensuring we all care about MBG and the work we do, from the top - down
- Responsive – We do what we say in a timely manner
- Respected – As professionals, we are known for accuracy in all we say and do
- Confident – Trust in our ability to be successful and make good decision.
COMPETENCIES
- Action Oriented: Demonstrates initiative, works hard, and is proactive in tackling challenges and completing tasks.
- Customer Focus: Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
- Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people, builds constructive relationships, and uses diplomacy and tact.
- Time Management: Uses time effectively and efficiently, values time, and concentrates efforts on the most important priorities.
- Problem Solving: Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
- Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
- Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
- Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include driving throughout the day with segments up to 2 hours
- May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 50 lbs
QUALIFICATIONS
- 21 years or older
- High School Diploma or GED
- Previous experience in retail, sales, or merchandising (1-2 years preferred).
- Experience in the wine and spirits industry is a plus
- Excellent organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team
- Strong PC application skills in Microsoft Office Suite and inventory tracking systems
- The ability to interact across teams in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel to multiple store locations as needed
- Must be proactive, resourceful, and efficient
- Hold a valid and current driver’s license and ensure reliable, insured transportation is maintained
- Driving record must be within MVR policy guidelines throughout employment
- The policy must include the following minimum coverage: $100,000 for bodily injury, $300,000 for liability, and $50,000 for property damage
- This position requires flexibility, including but not limited to availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed
- Must be able to pass a background and drug screening for hire and randomly throughout employment
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Morales Beverage Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This EEO policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Employment with Morales Beverage Group is at will. This means employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Morales Beverage Group, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.
