Merchandiser Trainee

Coca-Cola Bottlers (CONA Services); Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation within first 2

Comprehensive Medical Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Company paid life insurance

401(k) match

CDL Tuition Program

Employee discounts

Maternity & paternity leave

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC in Dothan, AL is seeking a Merchandiser - Large Store Trainee to build displays, replenish shelves, and manage stock on customer outlets, racks and coolers.

You will rotate products, maintain product integrity, assist with breakage, work with the Sales Supervisor and Delivery Driver, and provide excellent customer service while adhering to safety policies. Must be 18+, have a valid driver’s license, and reliable vehicle; CDL tuition program is available.

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising and store display building preferred.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Build displays and replenish inventory on customer shelves and equipment.
• Rotate and replenish products in customer outlets and ensure product integrity.
• Maintain organization of backstock, clean coolers, and shelves to company standards.
• Provide feedback to leadership on opportunities and threats.
• Collaborate with Sales Supervisor and Delivery Driver to execute plans.
• Establish positive relationships with customers and deliver excellent service.

Skills

Merchandising

Customer service

English literacy

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Work Schedule: 5am until work is complete, rotating off days.

Why you will love Coca-Cola UNITED?

About us:

• Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability
• Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on job training, learning and opportunity for career advancement
• Excellent Total Value Benefits Package to include:
• Two weeks paid vacation within first year
• Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid life insurance ($50,000)
• Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
• Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more)
• Competitive Compensation
• Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle
• For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition – ask your Recruiter for details
  

Job Description

The Merchandiser -Large Store Trainee duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, building displays, replenishing inventory on the customer’s shelves, racks, and cold equipment.

What your day will look like:

• Ensure proper care of equipment, and Company/customer assets daily
• Rotate and replenish products in customer outlet, including displays, racks, and all Coca-Cola and brand partner equipment
• Maintain product integrity in every account; neatly stacked, condensed, and rotated backstock, clean coolers and racks to Company standards
• Organization and collection of any breakage or out of date product, including empty shells and pallets
• Provides feedback and recommendations to leadership on competitive threats and business opportunities as they arise
• Works in partnership with the Sales Supervisor and Delivery Driver for outlet to execute the picture of success
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with all customers, as well as providing superior customer service
• Ability to work with all functional team members

What you need to succeed:

• Minimum age of 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy
• Reliable vehicle required
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
• Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
• Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 3 to 6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to work a flexible or rotating schedule
• Ability to respond and resolve to any customer issues
• Ability to self-motivate and ability to perform job duties with minimal supervision
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to problem solve
• Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management
• Previous Merchandising experience preferred

Physical Requirements

Position will be required to comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program. Position is required to wear safety toed shoes when performing the following tasks: Operating Powered Industrial Equipment or Working in an Area where Powered Industrial Equipment is in use, Fleet Maintenance, Working with Palletized Product, Use of Hand Trucks/Dollies to Deliver Product, Cooler Services, etc.

(X) None = 0% (0 hrs)

(L) Limited = 1% (1 hr)

(O) Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs)

(F) Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs)

(R) Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs)

(C) Continuously = 76%-100% (7+ hrs)

Requirement Frequency

Sit L

Stand C

Walk C

Bend F

Kneel/Squat F

Climb Stairs L

Crawling O

Overhead Reach O

Typing F

Vehicle Operation F

PPE/Special Clothing C

Grasp F

Push/Pull F

Fine Manipulation O

Lift up to 50 lbs F

Carry up to 50 lbs F

Pushing up to 50 lbs F

Pulling up to 50 lbs F

Exposure to Water L

Exposure to Chemicals O

Exposure to Weather F

Exposure to Noise F

CCBCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Veteran friendly.