Delivery District Leader

PepsiCo; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

EAP

Job summary

PepsiCo is seeking a Delivery Group Lead in Louisiana to manage 10-20 CDL drivers, ensuring on-time store deliveries and 100% customer service.

You will coach drivers, coordinate with sales and warehouse teams, and uphold DOT safety standards. The role requires early morning shifts (~4am) and flexibility for evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years managing frontline employees.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings (4am start) and some evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of 10-20 delivery drivers (CDL certified).
• Answer customer calls regarding deliveries and ensure 100% service.
• Ensure store delivery time windows are met daily.
• Collaborate with sales reps and warehouse operations to meet customer needs.
• Coach and develop drivers to support sales and improve productivity.
• Maintain process improvements to boost delivery productivity.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and PepsiCo safety standards.
• Conduct team meetings and safety training.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

DOT knowledge

Delivery experience

CDL knowledge

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

We are PepsiCo Sales. We are game changers, mountain movers and history makers. We are spread among 200 countries and united by a shared set of values and goals. That is why we Perform with Purpose. Together, we blaze new trails, succeed, celebrate, and never settle for second best. At PepsiCo, we are committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, to strengthening the company. Are you hungry to be a part of the World’s largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the opportunities of PepsiCo: what makes you unique makes us better. Pepsi Beverages United States (PBUS) is PepsiCo’s beverage manufacturing, sales and distribution operating unit in the United States. This position will be part of the North America organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of 10-20 delivery drivers (CDL Commercial Driver's License certified).
• Answer Field customer calls regarding deliveries and ensure 100% customer service.
• Ensure store delivery time windows are met daily.
• Work proactively with sales representatives and warehouse operations to understand the needs of the customers and sales force.
• Coach, lead and develop drivers to support the sales organization and improve daily productivity via gate-to-gate route rides twice a week, minimum.
• Maintain process improvement to further enhance productivity of deliveries.
• Ensure compliance of Department of Transportation and PBC safety standards.
• Conduct team meetings and safety training to ensure that preventive measures are enforced.
• This role has a morning shift (start time 4 am) and the schedule is tentative.

Compensation and Benefits

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $66,900 - $111,950.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 10% of annual salary paid out quarterly.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years managing frontline employees.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred and/or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings (4am - 6am start), evenings and/or weekends. Work week will be Monday - Friday.
• Knowledge in DOT.
• Previous delivery experience.
• Class A, CDL certified not mandatory but strongly recommended.
• Must be willing and able to lift up to 40 lbs. periodically.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Safe driving record strongly preferred.
• Demonstrate strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Possess strong organizational and prioritizing skills.
• Have a highly developed sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated results in improving business performance through leadership.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age.

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.

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