Coordinator, Distribution

Pilot-Company-; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Job summary

Pilot Company in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Category Management support specialist to assist distribution operations and drive continuous improvements in merchandising. You will partner with distribution, merchandising and deli teams, handle project reports, help with product rollouts, and use data reporting to identify actionable supply chain solutions.

Travel less than 5%. Candidates should have a high school diploma, retail or business studies, 1 year of retail/merchandising experience, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree with a concentration in retail or business is preferred.
• Minimum one year of retail store, merchandising or restaurant experience is preferred.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with a diverse work team.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and situational analysis to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize based on immediate or long-term needs of the category.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Distribution team with project reports and initiatives.
• Support the Merchandising & Deli teams with product rollouts and initiatives.
• Provide ticket, telephone and email support to troubleshoot store level questions and issues related to the distributor.
• Work with distributor to execute product flow in support of merchandising and deli initiatives; implement solutions and action plans to achieve optimum results.
• Utilize data and reporting systems to research, identify and create action plans for supply chain solutions.
• Model behaviors that support our purpose driven strategy, showing people they matter at every turn.
• Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Time management

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's degree in retail or business

Job description

• Position Category: Category Management (CATEGORYMGMT)

Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 43 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to provide support for distribution operations as well as initiating continuous improvement within the merchandising department.

• Support the Distribution team with project reports and initiatives
• Support the Merchandising & Deli teams with product rollouts and initiatives
• Provide ticket, telephone and email support to troubleshoot store level questions and issues related to the distributor
• Work with distributor to execute product flow in support of merchandising and deli initiatives; implement solutions and action plans to achieve optimum results
• Utilize data and reporting systems to research, identify and create action plans for supply chain solutions
• Model behaviors that support our purpose driven strategy, showing people they matter at every turn
• Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required
• Associate or bachelor's degree with a concentration in retail, or business preferred
• Minimum one year retail store, merchandising or restaurant experience preferred
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and with a diverse work team
• Ability to apply critical thinking and situational analysis skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize based upon immediate or long-term needs of the category
• Excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills

Travel required less than 5%

• General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time

Additional Information

Additional Information

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision