Part Time Merchandiser (Weekends)- Rockford, IL Area

WP Beverages Pepsi-Cola; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

WP Beverages in Rockford, IL area is hiring a Delivery/Marketing Associate responsible for executing Pepsi Cola's marketing strategies, ordering and maintaining service levels across assigned accounts.

You will ensure shelves, coolers, displays, and point-of-purchase areas are stocked safely and accurately, aggressively expanding shelf and cooler space, and coordinating with the account team to spot opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Must speak, read and write English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Flexible schedule including weekends when needed.
• Valid state Driver's License and maintain personal auto insurance.
• Lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and pull up to 220 pounds.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis; no visa sponsorship.
• Professional appearance and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute Pepsi Cola's marketing strategies while ordering and maintaining service levels within accounts.
• Maintain stock levels of shelf, cooler, displays, back rooms and POS areas.
• Aggressively pursue incremental shelf, display and cooler space.
• Work with team to minimize out-of-date product and damage within accounts.
• Collaborate with account team to recognize opportunities and resolve issues.
• Focus on profitable growth through distribution of beverages and customer-focused programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

English proficiency

Professional appearance

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Location: Rockford, IL Area

Shift/Work Schedule: SAT-SUN 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Pay range: $20.70/Hour

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages

At WP Beverages, we're proud to be a leading distributor of iconic brands like Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, Lipton, Klarbrunn, Starbucks, Rockstar, Aquafina, and many more. If you've grabbed a drink at your local store or restaurant, chances are--we delivered it.

About the Role

• Professionally execute Pepsi Cola's marketing strategies while ordering and maintaining proper service levels within assigned accounts
• Focus on safely, effectively and efficiently maintaining the stock levels of the shelf, cooler, displays, back rooms and point of purchase areas
• Aggressively pursue incremental shelf, display and cooler space
• Responsible for working with all team members to minimize out of date product and damage within assigned accounts
• Works as part of the "account team", proactively communicating with other team members to recognize opportunities and resolve issues
• Focused on profitable growth through the sale and efficient distribution of our refreshing beverages, superior customer service and innovative customer focused marketing programs

DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request.

What We're Looking For

• The ideal candidate will have a high School diploma and be able to speak, read and write in English
• Will have high attention to detail and be able to work with minimal supervision
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends when needed
• Must possess a valid state Driver's License and maintain personal auto insurance
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills and a professional appearance and attitude
• Be able to lift 50 pounds repetitively from floor to waist, chest or shoulder height; pulling cart with load weighing up to 220 pounds
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future
• Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position

Our Commitment to You

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.