Delivery Route Assistant

United Distributors•Savannah, GA

59d

About The Position

About United United is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. With two members of the fourth generation of the Hertz family involved in leadership roles, United is one of the 2-3% of family businesses that are able to successfully transition beyond the third generation. The Hertz family remains focused on growth, leveraging its most distinct market advantages in order to maintain its upward momentum. Its talented and innovative team of sales representatives and brand builders has the unique ability to recognize synergies between all three categories of alcohol, making it possible for United to grow its product portfolio and business successfully in Georgia and beyond. Want to get in on the fun…We'd love to have you! The Delivery Route Assistant assists drivers in the delivery of products to customers in a manner that meets customer requirements. Route Assistants are responsible for loading and unloading products from the vehicle, verifying contents against shipping invoices or inventories, and rotating and stocking all United products and retail customer accounts.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older
Clean driving record
Ability to drive and maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state
Able to read, write, and perform basic math computations
Working knowledge of computerized hand-held devices
Ability to use learn and United Technology
Results-driven (performance)
Regular, reliable attendance required
Able to frequently use hand trucks, stairs, ramps, and docks
If eligible and approved by company, must be able to safely operate a company vehicle
Able to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Able to repeatedly down stack and relocate large amounts of product throughout the day
Able to perform greater than average lifting (up to 180 lbs) with some overhead lifting required
Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Able to learn and maintain knowledge of company and products
Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance
Strong attention to detail
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

1 - 3 years of direct experience in a similar position preferred

Responsibilities

Build and ensure excellent customer service by consistently assisting in delivering orders on time and in good condition and by acting in a courteous and professional manner
Help driver with directions
Ensure all packages are accounted for and also signatures received
Assist the driver in complying with all Department of Transportation standards and regulations and maintaining a good driving performance
Assist driver with unloading and delivering products at assigned stops; verify count and condition of goods unloaded; and accurately report all overages, shortages, and breakage/damage
Directly report customer needs and concerns to the driver and participate in delivering resolutions
Become familiar with routes and customers' expectations on the assigned routes
If approved by the manager, a Delivery Route Assistant over 21 years of age may be assigned to drive a company vehicle on behalf of the company
Become familiar with United's portfolio of brands and proprietary rights in each county
Remain knowledgeable of federal and state regulations regarding the distribution of alcohol
Perform other duties as assigned