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Direct Store Delivery Associate Jobs in Columbia, MD

FT Receiver (539477)

Laurel, MD · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Ensure the proper receiving of DSD (Direct Store Delivery) product by following Food Lion policies ... Courteous and helpful to other associates * Protect company assets through the proper and accurate ...

Sales Center Leader

Elkridge, MD · On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

Lead, coach, and motivate sales center associates - not from behind a desk - to keep/attain a World-Class sales center status by following Direct Store Delivery (DSDE) best practices. * Leverage data ...

Sales Center Leader

Elkridge, MD · On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

Lead, coach, and motivate sales center associates - not from behind a desk - to keep/attain a World-Class sales center status by following Direct Store Delivery (DSDE) best practices. * Leverage data ...

Sales Center Leader

Elkridge, MD · On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

Lead, coach, and motivate sales center associates - not from behind a desk - to keep/attain a World-Class sales center status by following Direct Store Delivery (DSDE) best practices. * Leverage data ...

Loss Prevention Associate

Dundalk, MD · On-site

$16.50 - $17.50/hr

Direct store on completing "Store Theft Reports" when required. * Participate in the store's loss ... Actual associate pay will be based on work location, position, experience, skill level ...

Inventory Specialist

Arlington, VA

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

Completes On-Shelf Availability (OSA) end-to-end process including warehouse and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and vendor returns before ...

Inventory Specialist

Parkville, MD · On-site

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

Completes On-Shelf Availability (OSA) end-to-end process including warehouse and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and vendor returns before ...

Inventory Specialist

Mclean, VA · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

... and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and ... customer service associate. * Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens, with an ...

Inventory Specialist

Mclean, VA · On-site

$18 - $22.75/hr

Completes On-Shelf Availability (OSA) end-to-end process including warehouse and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and vendor returns before ...

Inventory Specialist

Arlington, VA · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

... and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and ... customer service associate. * Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens, with an ...

Inventory Specialist

Arlington, VA · On-site

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

Completes On-Shelf Availability (OSA) end-to-end process including warehouse and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and vendor returns before ...

Inventory Specialist

Arlington, VA · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

... and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and ... customer service associate. * Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens, with an ...

Inventory Specialist

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

... and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and ... customer service associate. * Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens, with an ...

Inventory Specialist

Mclean, VA

$18 - $22.75/hr

Completes On-Shelf Availability (OSA) end-to-end process including warehouse and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and vendor returns before ...

Inventory Specialist

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

... and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and ... customer service associate. * Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens, with an ...

Inventory Specialist

Mclean, VA

$18 - $22.75/hr

Completes On-Shelf Availability (OSA) end-to-end process including warehouse and direct store delivery (DSD) for planogrammed departments, executing disposals, call-ins, and vendor returns before ...

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How much do direct store delivery associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for direct store delivery associate in Columbia, MD is $17.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.20 and $18.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Direct Store Delivery Associate vs Merchandiser?

AspectDirect Store Delivery AssociateMerchandiser
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s licenseHigh school diploma or equivalent, sometimes a driver’s license
Work EnvironmentDelivering products directly to stores, physical and outdoor workStocking shelves, arranging displays, in retail or grocery stores
Industry UsageFood, beverage, and consumer goods industriesRetail, grocery, and consumer goods industries

The main difference is that a Direct Store Delivery Associate focuses on delivering products directly to stores and managing inventory on-site, while a Merchandiser primarily arranges and stocks products on store shelves. Both roles require similar credentials and often work in the same industries, but their daily tasks and responsibilities differ.

Infographic showing various Direct Store Delivery Associate job openings in Columbia, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, 47% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,780 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

FT Receiver (539477)

Ahold Delhaize

Laurel, MD • On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Ahold Delhaize USA rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

59th of 122 rated grocery stores


Job description

Job Title:  Receiver

Success Factors Job Code: 1300595

Department:  Center Store (Grocery)

Reports To: Assistant Store Manager

 

Primary Purpose:

Ensure the proper receiving of DSD (Direct Store Delivery) product by following Food Lion policies and procedures. Responsible for maintaining standards in accordance with the standard practice manual, maximizing sales through excellent customer service and minimizing shrink through proper utilization of standard practice.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with primary emphasis on fast, friendly, and accurate customer service to create a positive shopping experience
  • Courteous and helpful to other associates
  • Protect company assets through the proper and accurate receipt and return of DSD product
  • Demonstrate and execute proper vendor receiving policies established by Food Lion
  • Work with vendors to resolve vendor errors, policy violations or excessive inventory, etc
  • Work with the Assistant Store Manager to ensure timely promotions by all vendors
  • Ensure weekly merchandising notes are implemented timely
  • Verify that DSD plan-o-grams are accurate
  • Account for daily and weekly DSD tickets, beer and wine invoices and properly file
  • Check EDI invoices to ensure there are no outstanding invoices
  • Handle all reclaim and damages  
  • Responsible for consistently conducting CAO related activities, stocking, and rotating cigarette cartons
  • Understand and use company tools such as;  average cost inventory system (ACIS) and ordering (CAO)
  • Maintain a complete understanding of and adherence to company guidelines, policies and standard practice
  • Understand and follow Food Safety and Workplace Safety guidelines and procedures
  • Observe and correct all unsafe conditions that could cause associate or customer accidents
  • Report all associate and customer accidents in accordance with established Food Lion procedures to the Manager on Duty
  • Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations
  • Wear the Food Lion uniform, complete with name badge, when on duty, has a neat and clean appearance while adhering to the Food Lion dress code
  • Successfully complete Computer Based Training (CBT), Training Packet and Training Aid courses
  • Perform all other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications:

  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and customer service skills
  • Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job
  • Ability to use technical information to solve problems
  • Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions
  • Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform job functions
  • Perform repetitive hand and arm motions
  • Bend and lift products weighing up to 15 lbs. continuously, 25 lbs. frequently, and 50 lbs. on occasion
  • Pull or push up to 75 lbs. on occasion
  • Stand 100% of the time, frequently walking short distances
  • Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning and packaging materials, fresh fruits, vegetables, house plants/flowers and household cleaners
  • Use hands to frequently/continuously handle currency (paper and coin) as well as operate a variety of equipment such as cash register, lottery machine (where applicable), scanner, computer, and calculator
  • Frequent reaching and grasping at waist level: occasionally above shoulder or below waist level
  • Meet established volume activity standards for the position
  • Tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time
  • Have sufficient visual ability to check ID cards, checks, invoices and other written documents

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