Supervisor, Merchandising

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; Regina; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bottling company in Canada is seeking a Supervisor, Merchandising to lead the merchandising team in Regina. The role involves ensuring product availability in stores, building strong customer relationships, and managing a team effectively. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, relevant sales experience in the beverage industry, and strong team management skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years progressive Sales experience in the beverage industry.
• Experience managing teams of up to 30 employees.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Staff, train and develop a team of Merchandisers.
• Establish partnerships with customers.
• Monitor execution standards in stores.

Skills

Sales experience in beverage industry

Team management

Relationship building

Computer applications proficiency

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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The Supervisor, Merchandising directly leads the Coke Canada’s Merchandising team within the assigned area. This role is responsible for translating strategic priorities into operational execution in Coke Canada’s customers' stores. Customers will mostly be comprised of national and local grocery chains and mass merchandisers.
Through the merchandising team, the Supervisor is responsible for ensuring our customers are always “in-stock” on shelves, displays and in coolers across the Coke Canada portfolio of beverages in order to capture maximum sales and ensure our products are executed to the company's standards.
We strive to be our customers most valued supplier by delivering superior customer service and provide a point of difference from our competition. We deliver all of the above while achieving all of our budget targets.

The selected candidate must be located in Regina.

Responsibilities

• Staff, train, evaluate and develop a team of full time and part time Merchandisers.
• Establish partnership with customers, ensuring needs are met. Promptly respond to customer queries and issues.
• Negotiate and optimize customer service levels based on company guidelines.
• Visit customers’ stores to monitor adherence to execution standards and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Schedule team members to meet the demands of the business, flexing labour to match volume.
• Manage team within labour and operating budget.
• Collaborate daily with internal Sales and Customer Operations partners to ensure alignment on all initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related background preferred.
• 1-3 years progressive Sales experience in the beverage industry.
• Experience in managing large team up to 30 employees.
• Experience in recruiting, hiring, and managing unionized workforce.
• Previous progressive responsibility with account management at a consumer goods organization.
• Proven ability to manage needs and concerns of multiple stakeholders across various business systems.
• Proficient experience with computer application such as SAP, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.
• Strong business acumen, including an understanding of budgets and operating costs.
• Customer focused with proven relationship building strengths and solid experience developing workforce plans based on business goals.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record within MVR policy guidelines.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs – physical demands while working with the team in field. Ability to operate a manual/powered pallet jack or lift product.

About Us: Proudly Canadian and Independently Owned, We are Coke Canada!

Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited is Canada’s premier bottling company. We are an independently owned business encompassing over 5,800 associates, more than 50 sales and distribution centers, and 5 production facilities nationwide. For more information about Coke Canada Bottling, please visit cokecanada.com

Important

All offers of employment at Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited (“Coke Canada Bottling”) are conditional upon a successful background clearance obtained through our contracted third-party vendor. The standard clearance requirements depend on the position and may include some or all of the following: criminal clearance, employment verification, education verification and drivers abstract review. Please advise the Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions or concerns in regards to this once you are contacted for further consideration.

Coke Canada Bottling is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce with several programs, policies and resources in place to support our people. For individuals requiring accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process please contact our Talent Acquisition Services team by calling 1-844-383-2653 or email [e-mail].