Driver Merchandiser

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC is seeking a Driver Merchandiser responsible for delivering pre-ordered products to customers in Topeka, Kansas. In this role, you will ensure that products are merchandised and displayed according to company standards, while also providing exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate will possess a CDL Class A, a clean driving record, and must be at least 21 years old. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Minimum of one year of work experience required.
• Clean driving record as per MVR guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Delivers products on assigned routes and merchandises displays according to standards.
• Utilizes computer technology for invoices and billing.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and company policies.

Skills

Customer service

Problem resolution

Local delivery experience

Use of pallet jack

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Days/Hours of Work: 4-10hr days Mon-Fri

Job Summary

The Driver Merchandiser at Heartland Coca-Cola is responsible for driving and delivering pre-ordered product to assigned accounts on specified routes.

Job Responsibilities

• Delivers products to customers on assigned route. Merchandise, displays and rotates products according to company standards. Picks up company property from customer locations and collect returns.
• Utilize computer technology to create customer invoices, collect money due, and settle all customer accounts daily.
• Provides excellent customer service and meets customer’s expectations through communication, problem resolution, and appropriate follow‑up.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures including DOT regulations.
• Collaborates cross‑functionally with other departments to build relationships and ensure customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year of work experience required.
• Local delivery experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and a clean driving record within MVR guidelines. CDL license needs to cover both automatic and manual vehicles. Illinois residents are required to have a CDL issued from the state of Illinois.
• Prior experience using pallet jack is preferred. Ability to obtain powered industrial truck certification upon hire is required.

Physical Requirements

• Speaking: Constantly with customers (investigates, negotiates, recommends, reports, etc.)
• Acute Vision: Constantly (observing both near and far, reading documents)
• Typing: Frequently using electronic devices for day‑to‑day business (order confirmation, instant messaging, texting)
• Mobility: Frequent travel throughout customer locations (walking in backrooms, aisles, greeting customers)
• Bending/Squatting: Frequently (lifting and placing product from the truck to the ground or from pallets to shelf)
• Lifting: Frequent- Lift 50 lbs. or less (full cases of product)
• Pushing/pulling: Frequent use of manual carts
• Climbing: Frequent entering and exiting the cab of a truck
• Driving: Constant travel between customer locations
• Ability to work in environments where temperatures vary with the seasons

Benefits and Other Information

We offer a competitive benefits package to full‑time employees including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, wellness programs and tuition reimbursement. Part‑time employees are eligible for paid time off, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Pre‑employment background check is required.

Heartland Coca‑Cola is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and any other class protected by law. Veteran friendly.