Field Account Manager: Sales & Merchandising

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive program

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is seeking an Account Manager to drive product orders and manage customer accounts on an assigned sales route. You will act as the frontline liaison, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely product rotation both in markets and inventory.

The role requires at least two years of sales or customer service experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work a flexible schedule with some holidays. A bachelor’s degree is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years of work experience required.
• Customer service experience in a retail environment or in a sales position being held accountable for sales targets preferred.
• Basic computer application and technology skills required.
• Valid Driver's License, current vehicle liability insurance, driving record within policy guidelines including no major violations within the last three years.
• This position requires you to use your personal vehicle during work hours with reimbursement.
• Must be open to flexible schedule; may be required to work some holidays to meet customer demands.

Responsibilities

• Orders product at accounts on an assigned sales route. Determines product needs and places and transmits appropriate orders for each one.
• Utilize technology for order processing and inventory and other applications pertinent to the success of the job.
• Execute and sell big event marketing, pillar programming, innovation, and mandated features and ad activity to ensure customer satisfaction and company standards are being met.
• Builds, changes, and removes product displays and POS. Ensure proper pricing. Cleans product space and secures damaged or defective product.
• Communicates account activities with the customer to ensure quality and timely service.
• Works with merchandisers and drivers; maintain communication about goals, projects, and day-to-day needs of accounts.
• Ensures consistent adherence to merchandising and customer service standards.
• Stock and merchandise products in the allocated beverage section including coolers, racks, and secondary displays.
• Maintains end to end ownership of the account through appropriate action and/or communication.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Communication

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is seeking an Account Manager to drive product orders and manage customer accounts on an assigned sales route. You will act as the frontline liaison, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely product rotation both in markets and inventory.

The role requires at least two years of sales or customer service experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work a flexible schedule with some holidays. A bachelor’s degree is preferred but not mandatory.