Lead Merchandiser & Training Coach

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is seeking a Merchandiser Lead to support the Merchandising Supervisor by training and coaching staff and to merchandise accounts as needed. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training new merchandisers, and representing the team in day-to-day field operations.

This position requires at least one year in grocery/retail or related field, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; minimum one year of work experience required.
• Minimum one year in grocery, retail, warehouse, manual labor, or related field.
• Prior merchandising and leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with minimal supervision.
• PIT certification preferred or required upon hire; ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Trains new and existing merchandisers in standard activities; onboarding and retraining as needed.
• Serves as point of contact for Merchandising Supervisor on days off; handle calls and schedules.
• Monitors daily merchandising activities in Pace while in the field using an iPad.
• Conducts weekly audits and check-ins with merchandisers.
• Covers open merchandiser routes and fulfills daily activities as needed.
• Ensure safe working techniques and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Retail experience

Leadership experience

Basic computer skills

Flexibility

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

High loader lifts

Job description

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company is seeking a Merchandiser Lead to support the Merchandising Supervisor by training and coaching staff and to merchandise accounts as needed. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, training new merchandisers, and representing the team in day-to-day field operations.

This position requires at least one year in grocery/retail or related field, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and some holidays.