Driver

Connecticut Distributors•Stratford, CT

20h•Onsite

About The Position

We are experts in the wine and spirits industry looking for individuals who share our passion for customer service and thrive in a fast-paced working environment. As a member of our driving team, you will interact with customers daily to manually unload/deliver pre-sold products from our Distribution Center to their account locations in a safe and efficient manner.

Requirements

Possess a valid driver’s license, CDL (Class A or B commercial license)
Minimum of 1 year of experience in related area
Demonstrate good communication skills with high levels of professionalism
Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
Utilize sound judgement and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Operate a vehicle and deliver assigned orders of wine, spirits and other beverages to accounts in a safe and responsible manner while complying with federal mandated laws.
Manage the Customer Relationship
Maintain good relations with retail customers. Provides customer service by listening and resolving customer concerns.
Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Collect payment from customers and reconcile the assigned load with receipts and delivery invoice.
Records sales by completing daily sales and delivery records
Returns empty containers and rejected or unsold merchandise by making appropriate collections from customers.
Responsible for some paperwork because of liquor laws invoices must be signed when the product is dropped off.
Ensures the company and themselves remain compliant with all applicable federal mandated laws and requirements for a DOT driver.
Maintains records by completing DOT driver log.
Performs duties in a safe manner by following established safety rules and regulations
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
Maintain vehicle
Determines condition of vehicle by inspecting vehicle before and after use; logging inspection; reporting requirements
Maintains safe vehicle and conditions and protects load by complying with organization policies, procedures, highway rules and regulations.
Maintains appearance of delivery truck by daily cleaning of the inside of the truck.
Requests routine truck maintenance by completing written maintenance request form.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required.