Supervisor - Merchandiser

Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation

Medical plan

Dental & Vision

Life insurance ($50,000)

401(k) match

Paid holidays & sick time

CDL Tuition Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Coca-Cola UNITED is hiring a Supervisor - Merchandiser to oversee the Merchandisers and ensure high standards of execution across routes. You will supervise, coach, and train staff while maintaining safety and compliance with company policies.

Key duties include interviewing and training associates, directing work, evaluating performance, and maintaining strong customer relations with store representatives. A high school diploma or GED is required, with supervisory experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license and compliance with UNITED fleet policy.
• Regular and prompt attendance is essential.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with UNITED policies and applicable laws.
• Interview, hire, and train associates.
• Plan, assign, and direct work.
• Appraise performance.
• Address complaints and resolve problems.
• Builds positive associate morale.
• Tracks, measures and analyzes execution using internal trackers.
• Supervises merchandisers and other associates.
• Work weekends on a rotating schedule.
• Ensure orders are accurate and returns are processed properly.
• Document performance and conduct SHINE assessments and disciplinary actions.
• Complete accident reports and investigations for merchandisers.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Team management

Attention to detail

Customer relations

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Division: Louisiana

Work Schedule: 6am - until

From $72,352 annually

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


• Dental, vision, flex spending


• Employee Assistance Program


• Company paid life insurance ($50,000)


• Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)


• Paid maternity & paternity leave


• Paid holiday & sick time


• 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 Supervisor - Merchandiser is responsible for supervising of the Merchandisers.

What your day will look like:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the UNITED policies and applicable laws


• Interview, hire, and train associates


• Plan, assign, and direct work


• Appraise performance


• Address complaints and resolve problems


• Builds positive associate morale


• Tracks, measures and analyzes execution of Picture of Success (PicOs) across each area of responsibility using the internal execution trackers available


• Supervises merchandisers and other associates


• Works weekend supervisor duty on a rotating schedule


• Ensures orders are accurate and that product returned to Company facility is properly processed


• Documents performance and conducts performance management meetings for SHINE assessments and disciplinary action


• Completes accident reports and conducts accident investigations for merchandisers and other associates


• Provides merchandising skills and safety training


• Rides with associates new to the job and performs merchandising functions alongside new associates to train on Company merchandising expectations


• Evaluates associates progress during the new hire training process


• Backs up and assists merchandisers on routes; performs merchandising duties and tasks as needed


• Reviews orders in computer against product loaded in truck


• Accurately accounts for all monies, invoices, products, and inventory


• Maintains good customer relations with store representatives


• Addresses customer requests and complaints


• Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

What you need to succeed:

• Minimum age 18 years old


• Valid driver's license required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy


• 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


• Strong leadership and organizational skills


• Proven ability to coach and manage needs and concerns of multiple associates


• High school diploma or general education degree; or 2 to 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience


• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos


• Ability to write simple correspondence to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates 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


• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form


• Good working knowledge of computers


• Prior supervisory 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)

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