Delivery Assistant non-DOT

Ben E. Keith Company•Abilene, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations. Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine. We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906. The Delivery Assistant non-DOT position will assist the service team by helping deliver Ben E. Keith Beverages product to customers' retail locations. This position will be responsible for helping verify the accuracy of each order, fill cooler windows and back stock, rotate product, and ensure a great delivery experience by picking up all cardboard and trash. This position will also be responsible for completing all necessary paperwork and documenting activities.

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Able to coordinate multiple activities and follow through with commitments
Good oral and written communication skills and participate well in a team environment
Must be highly motivated and results oriented, with a strong attention to detail
Must be organized with the ability to handle multiple priorities
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Must be able to read and write English
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
Must be 18 yrs. or older to apply
Ability to move products weighing up to 165 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear
Ability to work in various weather conditions
Must have a valid Texas driver’s license with clean driving record
High school graduate or GED required

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills preferred

Responsibilities

Build healthy business relationships and establish good communication with our retail customers
Safely unload order at customer location with the aid of a hand truck (dolly), manual or electric jack
Organize and refill back stock, coolers, beer shelves and displays
Count, fill, and condense back stock and retailer shelf inventory
Count and verify order completeness with customer; obtain customer signature and payment
Maintain designated back stock area at customer location; ensure area is organized and free of trash
Verify product order with customer to ensure accuracy
Collect payment and signature from customer upon delivery
Communicate with sales staff any observed opportunities or challenges
Perform job duties in a variety of settings (grocery, convenience, bar, etc.) and under challenging weather conditions (such as rain or snow)
Ensure company equipment is in safe, working condition; reports any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor
Operate all company equipment safely and in a manner consistent with company policy
Build displays as required
Complete a pre-trip and post-trip inspection of truck; if something needs attention document and report problem to be corrected
Maintain and keep clean assigned company vehicle at all times
Meet all DOT and Ben E. Keith standards of safety and compliance regarding the company vehicle as well as when driving and loading or unloading the vehicle.
Project a friendly, professional image at all times
Attend meetings as required
Prioritize multiple, competing priorities