Account Specialist

CONA Services•Wentzville, MO

About The Position

Account Specialists take face-to-face product orders at accounts in an assigned geography and develop strong customer relationships through excellent service and timely communication. The role also involves merchandising and rotating products, building displays, and maintaining point-of-sale materials. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The position pays $21.50 per hour. Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company produces, sells, and distributes Coca-Cola and Monster beverages across Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois. Its beverage offerings include sparkling soft drinks, water, enhanced beverages, isotonics, tea, energy drinks, juice, coffee, and nutrition products. The company describes its values as centered on its people, customers, and community, and on working and winning together as a team. A pre-employment background check is required.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of work experience.
Merchandising or retail experience.
Basic computer application and technology skills.
Ability to obtain Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification upon hire.
Valid driver's license and current vehicle liability insurance.
Driving record within company policy guidelines, including no major violations within the last three years.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Working knowledge of customer advertisements and sale items preferred.
Prior experience using a pallet jack preferred.

Responsibilities

Visit assigned accounts to create and transmit product orders.
Manage and record product inventory, rotate replacement stock, and work with store personnel to ensure order accuracy.
Use the company-provided look of success to execute customer-approved programs in assigned accounts, using reference files and tools to create accurate orders.
Build effective relationships with store personnel through daily communication, problem resolution, and appropriate follow-up.
Maintain and merchandise products in beverage sections and throughout accounts, including shelf allocation and cold equipment.
Transport, replace, and maintain point-of-sale advertising.
Keep backrooms clean and organized and manage trade breakage.
Follow established procedures and policies for accurate time recording and safety standards.