Driver Delivery Lead

Keurig Dr Pepper; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 38,710 - 40,735; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability Insurance

PTO (vacation & sick time)

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking a Driver Lead for Peoria, IL, to deliver products to accounts on a designated route and train new hires for driving and merchandising roles. This position emphasizes strong customer rapport, safety, and accurate merchandise management.

The role requires 2 years of delivery experience, 1 year of commercial driving, and a valid Class A CDL. Local routes, early hours, and overtime potential are expected, with comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of delivery experience.
• Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Valid Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to scheduled accounts in good condition and on time.
• Rotate brands and packages to prevent past-dated products from reaching consumers.
• Accountable for cash/credit proceeds and products removed from inventories.
• Record transactions and convey all related cash, checks and documents to Route Auditor at shift end.
• Provide shelf merchandising to stores upon request by manager or customer.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in compliance with safety regulations.
• Deliver product for UDS, Bulk, Night Transport or Merchandising routes as needed.
• Act as a support for Distribution Supervisor duties including Kronos and JJ Keller reporting.
• Share in opening, closing, and weekend “on call” duties of the Branch.

Skills

Delivery experience

Face to face customer interaction

Commercial driving experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview:

Driver Lead - Peoria, IL

The Driver Lead is responsible for delivering product to small and large format accounts on a predetermined route for advance sales, maintaining strong customer rapport, quality service, and effective merchandising of products. The Driver Lead will also be responsible for training all new hires for all Driving and Merchandising positions or general re-training when necessary.

Shift and Schedule

• Monday through Friday
• 5:00am until route is finished
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Local routes

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to scheduled accounts in good condition and within scheduled delivery time.
• Assure brands and packages are rotated properly safeguarding against past-dated products available to consumers.
• Accountable for cash/credit proceeds and products removed from inventories.
• Compute and record transactions and convey all related cash, checks and documents to Route Auditor at conclusion of work shift.
• Provide shelf merchandising to stores upon request by manager or customer.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in accordance to applicable safety regulations.
• Deliver product for UDS, Bulk, Night Transport or Merchandising routes when vacations or days off need to be taken by the normal driver or merchandiser.
• Act as a support/fill in for the Distribution Supervisor duties that may include: Kronos, JJ Keller, and any/all other reporting functions of the DS role.
• The Driver Lead will also share in the opening, closing, and weekend “on call” duties of the Branch.

Total Rewards:

• Pay starting at $28.10 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $29.57 per hour in the quarter after their 6 month anniversary.
• Benefits, subject to eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
• 2 years of delivery experience and face to face customer interaction
• 1 year of commercial driving experience
• 21 years of age or older
• Lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly
• Valid Class A CDL

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be anemployer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.