Relief Sales Manager

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 82,524,000 - 86,851,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper in the SW Suburbs is seeking a Relief Sales Manager to lead up-selling, fulfillment and merchandising across assigned accounts. You will drive retention and penetration of large format customers, coordinate promotions and shelf resets, and ensure stock and presentation meet brand standards.

This full-time role requires a driver’s license and reliable vehicle; expect early hours, occasional overtime, and a focus on execution and customer service while growing with a leading

Qualifications

• 1 year of customer service experience in a retail environment or a sales position with accountability for sales targets/up‑selling.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Proof of vehicle insurance
• Access to a dependable and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Sell Keurig Dr Pepper brands to maximize growth, share growth, distribution, and to obtain specific volume objectives by providing a seamless experience to customers in the absence of an Account Manager.
• Contact key personnel in assigned accounts pre-selling products, promotions, displays, point-of-sale materials, beverage section revamps, and service requirements.
• Develop and implement beverage shelf reallocations designed to maximize the sales of Keurig Dr Pepper brands.
• Participate in the installation of revamped beverage sections, displays and placement of point-of-sale material according to company merchandising standards.
• Stock and merchandise Keurig Dr Pepper brands in the allocated beverage section, including racks and secondary displays.
• Assist in the sale, placement, and changing of vendors in chain store accounts; check regularly for proper mechanical operation, cleanliness, selection and product availability.
• Maintain accurate sales records for all assigned accounts, including special reports on promotional activity, competitive sales and space allocations.
• Maintain adequate amounts of back stock in each account to ensure product availability for in-store stocking and merchandising.

Skills

Upselling

Retail sales

Customer service

Account management

Job description

Hiring Immediately

Job Overview

Relief Sales Manager for the SW Suburbs

Hiring Immediately

The Relief Sales Manager is responsible for up-selling and fulfillment/replenishment, focusing on execution and merchandising. This person will be accountable for retention and penetration of large format customers by geography and handling on-premise customers. Supporting Keurig Dr Pepper brands like 7UP, Snapple, Core, Bai and other fan favorites to retail stores within the assigned territory.

Shift and Schedule

• Full-time
• 7:30 am until work is finished
• Monday- Friday
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Position Responsibilities

• Sell Keurig Dr Pepper brands to maximize growth, share growth, distribution, and to obtain specific volume objectives by providing a seamless experience to customers in the absence of an Account Manager.
• Contact key personnel in assigned accounts pre-selling products, promotions, displays, point-of sale material, beverage section revamps, and service requirements.
• Develop and implement beverage shelf re-allocations designed to maximize the sales of Keurig Dr Pepper brands.
• Participate in the installation of revamped beverage sections, displays and placement of point of sale material according to company merchandising standards.
• Stock and merchandise Keurig Dr Pepper brands in the allocated beverage section, including racks and secondary displays.
• Assist in the sale, placement, and changing of vendors in chain store accounts; check regularly for proper mechanical operation, cleanliness, selection and product availability.
• Maintain accurate sales records for all assigned accounts, including special reports on promotional activity, competitive sales and space allocations.
• Maintain adequate amounts of back stock in each account to ensure product availability for in-store stocking and merchandising.

Total Rewards

• Pay starting at $28.80 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $30.31 per hour in the quarter after their 6 month anniversary.
• Benefits, subject to eligibility: Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match, Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breastmilk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform and more!

Requirements

• 1 year of customer service experience in a retail environment or a sales position with accountability for sales targets/up‑selling.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Proof of vehicle insurance
• Access to a dependable and reliable vehicle.

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

A.I. Disclosure

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