Sales Merchandiser

Coca-Cola Consolidated

Anderson (SC)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading beverage company in South Carolina is seeking a Sales Merchandiser to build partnerships with retailers. This role involves managing accounts, executing promotional initiatives, and ensuring effective product merchandising. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a valid driver's license. The position offers a competitive salary package with base pay and commission, and the work environment may vary.

Qualifications

Valid in-state driver's license.
Excellent driving history.
Proof of insurance meeting required coverage amounts from first day of employment.

Responsibilities

Execute commercial plans to customers on daily, pre-set routes.
Stock, merchandise, and rotate all beverage sections and displays in stores.
Communicate with merchandisers and specialists supporting your territory.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service experience

Critical thinking

Initiative

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Education / GED

Job description

Sales Merchandiser at Coca-Cola Consolidated

Locations: Greenville; Anderson

Pay Range: $54,000 - $55,000, Base Pay + Commission

Schedule: 5 consecutive days a week including weekends; shift: 5am - 6am start time until route completion. Weekend days off will be Friday/Saturday or Sunday/Monday.

Requisition ID: 235339

Job Overview

Are you eager to build partnerships with our retailers? This role manages your own accounts by focusing on selling products and promotions while showcasing merchandising skills. Be Coca‑Cola’s subject matter expert for selling, merchandising and inventory needs.

Responsibilities

Execute commercial plans to customers on daily, pre-set routes.
Utilize communication skills (listening, speaking, writing).
Stock, merchandise, and rotate all beverage sections and displays in stores.
Manage all ordering aspects; maintain inventory levels, minimize shrink, and organize back rooms.
Build displays sold locally or through other agreements.
Communicate with merchandisers and specialists supporting your territory on days off.
Identify and communicate competitive issues or market activities affecting the business and execute duties safely and in accordance with quality guidelines.

What You’ll Do Each Day

Execute promotions and new products based on target lists, LOS initiatives, marketing promotions, POS, and plans to achieve Right Execution Daily scores.
Fill, merchandise, and rotate products on display and shelves per procedures.
Organize and maintain back room, handle pallets, damaged/expired products, and returns.
Create and distribute point-of-sale materials; rotate products and ensure proper operation of vendors.
Foster relationships with store personnel through follow-ups, pricing, programs, and opportunities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Effective communication (listening, speaking, writing).
Prior customer service experience preferred in a retail setting.
Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment (lifting up to 50 lbs repeatedly).
Critical thinking, initiative, and willingness to learn.

Minimum Qualifications

Valid in-state driver’s license.
Excellent driving history.
Proof of insurance meeting required coverage amounts from first day of employment.
High School Education / GED.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Work Environment

The work environment varies and may include 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.