Merchandiser ATHENS, TN

Coca-Cola Consolidated; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Benefits package

Purpose-Drivenwork

Professional Development

Job summary

Coca-Cola Consolidated is hiring a Merchandiser to present products attractively at customer locations in Athens, TN. You will service multiple bulk accounts, follow planograms, and communicate with store management to execute merchandising programs.

Responsibilities include rotating stock, placing products on shelves, and creating in-store displays while maintaining safety and quality guidelines. Join a team that values growth, development, and community impact.

Qualifications

• Must have effective communication skills which include listening, speaking, and writing.
• Prior customer service experience preferred in a retail setting.
• Merchandisers must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively to satisfy the needs of a variety of customers.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment (lifting 50 lbs. repetitively).
• Able to work reliably and independently with little daily supervision.
• Critical thinking skills.”

Responsibilities

• Fills, merchandises and rotates products on display and the shelf according to procedures and special programs.
• Physically moves the product from the backroom and places it on display.
• Creates and distributes point of sale materials on display and shelve where permitted.
• Rotates product and checks vendor operation to ensure proper execution.
• Organizes and maintains back room and stock, arranging returns and damaged items.
• Fosters business relationships with store personnel through routine follow-up and proactive pricing.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Independent work

Critical thinking

Job description

Locations: ATHENS, TN

Pay Range: $168.73/DAY RATE PLUS MILEAGE

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Requisition ID: 264208

Locations: ATHENS, TN

Pay Range: $168.73/DAY RATE PLUS MILEAGE

Schedule: (Open Field) Click here to experience a Day in the Life of our Teammates !

Uncap Your Potential at America\'s Largest Coca-Cola Bottler — Pour Your Passion into Purpose!

We\'re more than beverages—we\'re building meaningful careers and vibrant communities. Join our team where your talent meets purpose, and every teammate directly shapes our success.

• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance and develop your career
• Competitive Benefits: 401(k) match + health coverage + employee stock purchase plan
• Purpose-Driven: Create meaningful impact in the communities you serve
• Professional Development: Dedicated training + personalized mentorship

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Job Overview

COVERAGE LOCATION: ATHENS, TN

PAY RATE: $168.73/DAY RATE PLUS MILEAGE

The Merchandiser is responsible for presenting products in a way that will attract the attention of consumers at our customer retail locations. This position services and maintains multiple bulk accounts by merchandising approved products and packages using safe handling techniques and following all quality guidelines. Ability to follow plan sets, planograms and communicate to store management and cross-functional personnel.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Fills, merchandises and rotates products on display and the shelf according to procedures and special programs
• Physically moves the product from the backroom and places it on display
• Creates and distributes point of sale materials on display and shelve where permitted. Rotates product. Fills and merchandises Fastlane merchandisers and vendors; checks vendor to ensure proper operation
• Organizes and maintains back room by stacking and arranging product by package and flavor, arranging the return of empty pallets and shells, damaged and out of date product to the branch
• Fosters business relationship with store personnel through routine follow-up on requests, proactive pricing, special programs, new opportunities, and upcoming activities discussions

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must have effective communication skills which include listening, speaking, and writing
• Prior customer service experience preferred in a retail setting
• Merchandisers must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively to satisfy the needs of a variety of customers with different demands and expectations
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment (lifting 50 lbs. repetitively)
• Able to work reliably and independently with little daily supervision
• Critical thinking skills
• Company provided cell phone

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid instate driver’s license
• Excellent driving history
• Proof of insurance policy to verify current coverage of liability and property damage at no less than 50,000 per person/100,000 accident insurance per occurrence/50,000 property damage and 500 or less deductible effective from first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent driving history

Work Environment

The 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.