CDL Driver Merchandiser

Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc.

Shreveport (LA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 47,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation

Medical plan

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

CDL tuition program

Job summary

Coca-Cola UNITED, Inc. is hiring a Delivery Merchandiser – Small Store Trainee CDL to transport, unload and merchandise products to retail outlets. This touch freight role supports the Sales Supervisor and emphasizes customer service and proper stock rotation.

The position requires a Class A CDL, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and adherence to DOT and safety policies. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with on-the-job training and growth opportunities provided.

Qualifications

Minimum age 21
Class A CDL required and maintain DOT compliance
Must read, write and speak English
Able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly
General math and handling of cash transactions

Responsibilities

Deliver, unload and rotate stock to retail outlets
Merchandise shelves, racks, equipment and displays to company standards
Build positive relationships with customers and provide excellent service
Assist with training and coaching of trainees
Maintain backstock and keep displays clean and up-to-date
Follow DOT rules and company safety policies

Skills

CDL

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Paid holiday & sick time

Division: Louisiana

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 5 am start time until complete; weekends possible

From $47,048 annually

Why you will love Coca-Cola UNITED?

About Us

Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability
Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on job training, learning and opportunity for career advancement
Excellent Total Value Benefits Package to include:
Two weeks paid vacation within first year
Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan
Dental, vision, flex spending
Employee Assistance Program
Company paid life insurance ($50,000)
Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
Paid maternity & paternity leave
Paid holiday & sick time
401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more)
Competitive Compensation
Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle
For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition – ask your Recruiter for details.

Job Description

The Delivery Merchandiser – Small Store Trainee CDL is a touch freight position and is responsible for delivering and rotating stock. Also responsible for merchandising shelves, racks, equipment, and displays to Company standards.

What Your Day Will Look Like

Transports and unloads products to retail outlets
Responsible for merchandising all product inside the outlet to Company standards
Works in partnership with the Sales Supervisor to execute the picture of success. Establish positive relationships with all customers, as well as providing superior customer service
Provides feedback and recommendations to leadership on competitive threats and business opportunities as they arise
Ability to work with all functional team members
Sets up merchandise and sales promotion displays
Communicates any store level issue to management
Complies with DOT rules for driving purposes
Maintains rapport with customers
Collection of any breakage or out of date product, including empty shells and pallets
Accurate accounting for all cases and customer transactions
Ensure proper care of product, equipment, and route settlement daily
Deliver, rotate, and merchandise product on shelf, displays and all cold equipment
Maintains backstock in an organized manner
Keeps coolers, racks, and shelves clean
Assist with training, coaching, succession planning of any delivery merchandiser trainees
Build strong relationships with customer base across assigned customers
Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

What You Need To Succeed

Minimum of 21 years old
Class A Commercial Driver’s License required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy
The ability to maintain DOT physical requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
Ability to read, write and speak English
Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively in fast-paced environment
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to problem solve
Ability to self-motivate and able to perform job duties with minimal supervision

Physical Requirements

Position will be required to comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program. Position is required to wear safety toed shoes when performing the following tasks: Operating Powered Industrial Equipment or Working in an Area where Powered Industrial Equipment is in use, Fleet Maintenance, Working with Palletized Product, Use of Hand Trucks/Dollies to Deliver Product, Cooler Services, etc.

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