Weekend Retail Jobs in Bryan, TX (NOW HIRING)

Company Overview 

Kristen Distributing Company is a local, family-owned beverage distribution company based in the Bryan/College Station area, with a rich history dating back to 1930 when it was founded in Bellville, Texas. Our mission at Kristen Distributing Company is to uphold the highest standards by providing exceptional beverages that align with the manufacturer’s marketing concepts. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages personal independence, offers abundant opportunities, and prioritizes the development that enhances the strengths and dignity of our employees and customers. 

Position Overview 

The Part-Time Weekend Merchandiser services assigned accounts by stocking shelves, coolers, and displays so that product is full, fronted, and properly rotated when shoppers are in the store. This position helps drive sales at the shelf and is often the most visible representation of Kristen Distributing Company to our retail partners. 

This is an independent, customer-facing role. The Weekend Merchandiser travels between assigned accounts in a personal vehicle, organizes back-stock, removes damaged and out-of-date product, and keeps the supervisor informed of what is happening in each store. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

Merchandising & Product Presentation 

• Stock shelves, coolers, and floor and end displays at each assigned account with precision. 

• Front and face product so that displays are full, clean, and shoppable. 

• Maintain proper product rotation to uphold our commitment to freshness and quality standards. 

• Organize product in the back-stock area of each account so it is easy to locate. 

• Build and refresh displays as directed by the supervisor or account manager. 

Account Communication & Customer Relations 

• Communicate account activity, out-of-stocks, competitor activity, and space or display changes to your supervisor. 

• Identify and remove damaged, dented, or out-of-date product, and notify your supervisor promptly. 

• Represent Kristen Distributing Company professionally with store personnel, maintaining a friendly and cooperative demeanor. 

• Follow each account’s check-in, receiving, and back-room procedures. 

Travel, Equipment & Safety 

• Travel between assigned accounts in a personal vehicle, maintaining a valid driver’s license, current insurance, and an acceptable driving record. 

• Operate a hand truck or dolly safely when moving product. 

• Follow all company safety and personal protective equipment requirements, and report safety concerns to your supervisor immediately. 

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the merchandising team. 

Schedule & Compensation 

• Schedule: Saturday and Sunday. We are glad to work around school and full-time job schedules where we can. 

• Hours: Actual hours may vary based on account needs, product volume, and business needs. 

• Pay: $15.00 – $20.00 per hour, paid for all hours worked, with overtime paid at time and one-half for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek. 

• Mileage: Reimbursement for use of your personal vehicle to travel between assigned accounts, paid through the company’s mileage reimbursement program. 

• Paydays: Bi-weekly pay schedule with direct deposit. 

Qualifications 

Required 

• High school diploma or GED. 

• Must be at least 21 years of age. 

• Valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable motor vehicle record. 

• Reliable personal vehicle for travel between assigned accounts. 

• Consistent availability Thursday through Sunday, with reliable attendance and punctuality. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in product placement and rotation. 

• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, account managers, and store personnel. 

• Ability to work independently in retail accounts with limited direct supervision. 

• Ability to work efficiently in a physically demanding environment. 

• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check. 

Preferred 

• Previous merchandising, grocery, stocking, or retail experience. 

• Familiarity with grocery back-room and receiving procedures. 

• Bilingual (English/Spanish). 

Physical Demands & Work Environment 

• Frequently lift and carry product weighing 25 to 50 pounds. 

• Occasionally lift and move kegs weighing 100 to 150 pounds, primarily from floor to knee height. 

• Push and pull carts loaded with product weighing 500 to 1,000 pounds. 

• Stand and walk for extended periods, with frequent bending and twisting to stock shelves and handle product. 

• Occasionally operate a dolly or hand truck to move heavy product. 

• Occasionally spot delivery trucks backing up or maneuvering in tight areas. 

• Work indoors in retail store and cooler environments, with brief outdoor exposure when traveling between accounts and moving product from a vehicle. 

• Drive a personal vehicle between assigned accounts. 

• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position.