Retail Route Merchandiser (GA, Rome)

Bethyl Laboratories, Inc; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Voluntary FSA and disability options

Life insurance

Support for Feeding the Future charity

Job summary

Five StarBreaktime Solutions is seeking a Retail Route Merchandiser to represent Five Star across client locations by stocking vending machines and micro-markets, keeping them clean and visually appealing. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, builds customer relationships, drives safely, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service with upselling opportunities.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated and capable of handling route duties, restocking, and inventory

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must consent to a drug screen and pre-employment background check.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the route.
• Must be 21 to meet DOT requirements.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products according to store layouts and POGs. Roll-out promotions. Gather and report customer feedback.
• Maintain inventory levels for all products sold (drinks, food, snacks, fresh items).
• Restock shelves, coolers, and coffee. Follow inventory-tracking and product-rotation protocols.
• Load and unload products safely. Drive the company vehicle to deliver merchandise.
• Collect money from kiosks and record transactions. Monitor safety and report unusual activity.
• Inspect food quality and appearance; conduct final walk-through.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Route/DOT experience

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Five StarBreaktime Solutions is a premier provider of away-from-home convenience services, committed to delivering innovative breaktime solutions that enhance customerexperience. We are seeking aRetailRouteMerchandisertorepresentFive Star across client locations by ensuring vending machines and micro-markets are fully stocked, clean, and visually appealing. This role is ideal for self-motivated individuals who enjoy working independently, building customer relationships, driving safely, and taking pride in delivering exceptional service.You’ll be the face of Five Star — delivering snacks, drinks, and fresh food thatkeepour customers happy while helping grow our business through excellent service and upselling opportunities.

What Five Star Has To Offer

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (individual and family coverage).

Voluntary FSA, life insurance, and short/long-term disability options.

Opportunity to support our 501(c)3 charity, Feeding the Future, Inc., which provides over 500,000 meals annually to children in need.

Key Responsibilities

Merchandise products according to store layouts and POGs. Roll-out promotions. Gather and report customer feedback. Maintain established inventory levels for all products sold,to include, but not limited to soft drinks, pre-packaged food, sandwiches, salads, soups, wraps, fruits, vegetables, candy, pastry, and snack items. Restock shelves, coolers, and coffee. Followinventory-trackingand product-rotation protocols. Collect and record out-of-date, rejected,or unsold merchandise. Monitorstheshelf life of products to minimize spoilage losses.

Review inventory requirements toidentifywhat products are needed for each point of sale. Works closely with the warehouse to ensure all products are ready for delivery. Load and unload productsin accordance withproper safety protocols to prevent injury. Drivethecompany vehicle to deliver merchandise. Maintain open lines of communication with managementregardingaccount product changes andrecommendscheduling changes.

Collect money from kiosks. Followcash-handlingandloss-preventionprotocols to ensure personal and property safety. Record transactions onappropriate formsand/or handhelddevice. Monitor and report any activity that seems out of the norm or raises specific concern about potential misconduct.

Ensure proper handling and refrigeration of all perishable items during transit and while stocking products. Ensure coolersmaintainappropriate temperaturesfor product storage. Perform routine cleaning,including, but not limited to, coffee machines, microwaves, coolers, racks, shelves, tables, countertops, floors, and windows, ateach point of sale.

Greet clients and customers in a friendly and professional manner. Communicate effectively with customers to address questions or concerns. Provideproduct and solution suggestionsas needed. Provide Feedback and suggestions to improve route efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Full inventory counts must be completedand submittedasdesignatedby company protocol.

Inspect food quality & appearance; report stale products, review "pick" sheets, conduct finalwalk-through.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Must be able to consent to a drug screen and pre-employment background check.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Ability to lift, bend,stoop, and reach throughout the route.

Must be 21 to meet DOT requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Merchandising experience

Route/ DOT experience

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location - GA, Rome - GA - 1907 Parrish Dr SE