CDL Driver Merchandiser

CONA Services•Oxford, AL

About The Position

The CDL Driver Merchandiser is a touch-freight position responsible for delivering and rotating stock and merchandising shelves, racks, equipment, and displays to Company standards. The role transports and unloads products at retail outlets, maintains product and backstock, and works with Sales Supervisors and customers to execute the picture of success and provide superior customer service. It also involves accurate accounting for cases and customer transactions, proper care of products and equipment, and daily route settlement. The position requires compliance with Department of Transportation rules and Company safety policies. The driver merchandiser maintains customer relationships, communicates store-level issues and business opportunities to management, and may assist with training and coaching other delivery merchandiser trainees. The role is based in the North Alabama division and has a Monday–Friday work schedule.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Required to hold a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy.
Must be able to maintain DOT physical requirements.
Must use position-required personal protective equipment and comply 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 the safety and security of Company assets.
Ability to use Company-provided resources and technology.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively in a fast-paced environment.
High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to problem-solve.
Ability to self-motivate and perform job duties with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Transport and unload products to retail outlets.
Merchandise products inside outlets to Company standards, including shelves, displays, and cold equipment.
Deliver and rotate products and maintain organized backstock.
Work with the Sales Supervisor to execute the picture of success and build positive customer relationships.
Provide superior customer service and maintain rapport with customers.
Provide leadership with feedback and recommendations about competitive threats and business opportunities.
Set up merchandise and sales promotion displays.
Communicate store-level issues to management.
Comply with DOT driving rules and Company safety policies.
Collect breakage and out-of-date products, including empty shells and pallets.
Accurately account for cases and customer transactions.
Ensure proper care of product and equipment and complete daily route settlement.
Keep coolers, racks, and shelves clean.
Assist with training, coaching, and succession planning for delivery merchandiser trainees.
Perform other appropriate duties assigned by management.

Benefits

Two weeks of paid vacation within the first year.
Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan.
Dental and vision coverage.
Flexible spending.
Employee Assistance Program.
Company-paid life insurance of $50,000.
Optional accident, critical illness, universal life, home, and auto insurance.
Paid maternity and paternity leave.
Paid holidays and sick time.
401(k) match: 50% on the first 6%, plus an additional annual match of up to 3%.
Employee discounts on cell phones, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology, and more.
Competitive compensation.
CDL tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 for qualified candidates.