Distribution Manager

Swire Coca-Cola, USA; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

HSA with company matching

Telehealth / Virtual care

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off & holidays

Product discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Swire Coca-Cola, USA is seeking a Distribution Manager to lead the strategic direction of the Distribution function, focusing on delivery standards, efficiency, and market execution.

The role requires 4+ years of industry experience, 2+ years of leadership, and proficiency in Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, with knowledge of DOT regulations and a valid CDL in some locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred; High School Diploma required with experience.
• 2+ years leadership/supervisory experience.
• 4+ years industry-relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint; familiarity with DOT regulations; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to delivery standards, efficiencies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop strategic distribution and customer execution plans to deliver against budgeted volume, profit and expenses.
• Staff, lead, mentor, motivate, and hold team accountable to achieve goals.
• Play a leadership role in building relationships with internal/external associates and customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Leadership

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

High School Diploma (or GED)

Tools

MVR policy knowledge

Job description

Who is Swire Coca-Cola?

We are a family-owned bottling company with a story spanning over two centuries. We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola in North America and distribute more than 50 beverage brands and flavors creating joy for our customers every day. Our 8,000+ driven employees work hard as part of a team that delivers refreshment to over 30 million consumers across 13 states. Begin a journey with us at Swire Coca-Cola and belong to a community of dedicated team members who think big and believe in winning together.

Job Details:

Job Level: 6

Why you'll love working at Swire Coca-Cola:

Swire Coca-Cola is committed to providing balance to support you in all aspects of your life, both at work and beyond. We offer the benefits you need for physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Health coverage (3 medical options, dental and vision). 401(k) Retirement Plan w/company match
• Health Savings Accounts w/company match
• FREE virtual primary care, acute care and physical therap y
• FREE Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid (vacation, holidays, sick time, bereavement, jury duty, maternity/parental, disability leave and volunteer time)
• Discounted & free product
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for career advancement

In addition to health benefits, Swire Coca-Cola is proud to offer you opportunities where you help give back directly to the communities and causes you care about. Note: Enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some benefits.

What does a Distribution Manager do at Swire Coca-Cola?

This position is responsible for the overall strategic direction of the Distribution function, including expense management, delivery efficiencies and market execution.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to delivery standards, efficiencies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop strategic distribution and customer execution plans to deliver against budgeted volume, profit and expenses.
• Staff, lead, mentor, motivate, and hold team accountable to achieve goals
• Play a leadership role in building relationships with internal/external associates
• Establish and maintain positive customer relationships, resolving customer issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• High School Diploma (or GED) (with additional experience, see below) required
• 2+ years CDL is required in some locations (or must be able to obtain within 60 days of employment)
• 4+ years industry-relevant experience required
• 2+ years leadership/supervisory experience required
• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations
• Valid driver's license and driving record within MVR policy guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively with the other departments and functions
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable to rapid change and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Come and join our Sparkling team!

Due to the nature of our work and to help maintain a safe workplace for our employees and customers, after a candidate receives a conditional offer of employment, they will be required to complete pre-employment screening. This includes a criminal background check, drug screening, and for certain roles, a motor vehicle record review.

Screening results are evaluated based on several factors, including the nature and severity of an offense, how much time has passed, the relevance to the position, patterns of repeated offenses, and driving history for roles that require operating a vehicle.

All results are reviewed fairly and in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Swire Coca-Cola is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Swire Coca-Cola does not sponsor applicants for work visas.