Manager Area Distribution II

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC in Columbia, SC, seeks a Manager Area Distribution II to lead the delivery and merchandising of beverages. You will coach Delivery Supervisors and collaborate with Retail Sales leadership to drive efficient store execution and customer service.

The role requires 7–10 years in beverage distribution with strong budgeting, safety and process improvement skills; SAP and MS Office proficiency are essential. This position reports to the Sr.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of management experience in beverage distribution or similar.

Responsibilities

• Directs delivery and merchandising to customers within a market unit.
• Coaches delivery supervisors to achieve safety and efficiency goals.
• Monitors budgets and expenses to meet monthly and yearly targets.
• Ensures compliance with regulations and safety practices.
• Leads collaboration across facility functions to execute programs.
• Promotes a One Team approach and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Budgeting

Change management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Business/Logistics or related

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Schedule: 5-6AM until completion (Busniess needs may require weekends)

This position will lead and support the delivery team out of our Columbia facility.

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Job Overview

The Manager Area Distribution II is accountable for the delivery and merchandising of company products to customers within a Market Unit which may include multiple distribution centers. The Manager Area Distribution II provides coaching, teaching, training, and leadership to the Delivery Supervisors to achieve optimal efficiencies while maintaining proper levels of customer service. The Manager Area Distribution II works closely with the Sr. Director of Retail Sales and Area Sales Managers across multiple Retail Sales Areas to ensure programs and initiatives are fully executed. This position will also collaborate with Warehouse Managers to ensure all products are loaded properly for delivery and review check-in and check-out procedures of the delivery organization. The Manager Area Distribution II has a keen sense of safety practices, superior customer service, quality of the product in the field, and development of their respective teams. The annual volume is between 6.0M and 10.0M cases.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages Key Business Indicators to measure performance against company goals including the completion of delivering and serving our customers daily
• Monitors Operational Expenses and ensures that the teams are achieving budget in all areas on a monthly and yearly basis guided in a direction to achieve our companies goal of consistently generating strong cash flow
• Ensures Internal Control metrics and processes are reviewed and in compliance on a monthly/yearly basis
• Monitors the execution of the RED (Right Execution Daily) process to improve the market execution of the Delivery Supervisor team
• Directs, leads, and motivates a team of Delivery Supervisors to deliver results by communicating company goals and deadlines; engaging and developing teammates through effective performance management, coaching, and training
• Implementing continuous improvement methods while maintaining budgeted staffing levels and customer focusand embodying company purpose and values to inspire servant leadership
• Promotes and fosters a safety culture built to ensure safety for all employees within the facility. Participates in monthly safety meetings within the facility
• Oversees total compliance with all regulations as it relates to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
• Ensures service is at its best in the market for customers, provides training and compliance of product rotation and merchandising standards, and ensures execution by the distribution teams
• Leads collaboration with all functions within a facility to ensure that all departments work together to execute all company programs and lead all departments with a One Team concept. Facilitates sharing and learning of best practices within the facility and around the company

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Minimum 7-10 years with CCCI or equivalent in the beverage distribution industry
• Minimum 3-5 years of knowledge of CCCI business practices applicable to the role, 5-7 years of management experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate initiatives into actions, align all functions
• Processes and systems for execution, and set performance objectives for the team
• Proven experience in change management and ability to communicate strategy and vision
• Ability to create a culture of accountability and at the same time, access talent and build bench strength within their department.
• Must be able to exhibit financial acumen as this role is responsible for budgeting and obtaining monthly and yearly financial goals
• Ability to lead by example through Servant Leadership to their teams and others
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and SAP
• Must be able to lift and merchandise products up to 75 pounds, repeatedly and multiple times a day, and proficiently use material handling units (i.e. hand cart, CooLift, Pallet Jacks)

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through 5 to up to 7 years of work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelordegree (4 years)
• Business Management and Logistics or relevant experience
• Valid Driver License preferred Class A CDL

Work environment will vary, including but not limited to exposure to weather conditions, coolers, and customer storage areas which may be non-temperature controlled

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.