Merchandiser Trainee

CONA Services•Dothan, AL

23d

About The Position

The Merchandiser Trainee builds displays and replenishes products on customer shelves, racks, and cold equipment. The role supports store execution by maintaining product quality and presentation, caring for company and customer assets, and working with sales and delivery partners to meet customer needs. The position requires a flexible or rotating schedule and a professional, safety-conscious approach to customer service and merchandising.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license and continued compliance with UNITED fleet policy.
Reliable vehicle.
Use required personal protective equipment and comply with UNITED safety policies.
Regular and prompt attendance.
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.
High school diploma or GED; or 3 to 6 months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to work a flexible or rotating schedule.
Ability to self-motivate and perform duties with minimal supervision.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to problem-solve.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 pounds.
Wear safety-toed shoes when performing specified tasks involving powered industrial equipment, palletized product, hand trucks or dollies, cooler services, or other listed work areas.

Nice To Haves

Previous merchandising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure proper care of equipment and company and customer assets.
Rotate and replenish products at customer outlets, including displays, racks, and Coca-Cola and brand partner equipment.
Maintain product integrity by keeping backstock neatly stacked, condensed, and rotated, and by cleaning coolers and racks to company standards.
Organize and collect breakage or out-of-date product, including empty shells and pallets.
Provide leadership with feedback and recommendations about competitive threats and business opportunities.
Partner with the Sales Supervisor and Delivery Driver to execute the picture of success for the outlet.
Establish and maintain positive customer relationships and provide superior customer service.
Work with all functional team members.
Respond to and resolve customer issues.
Perform other appropriate duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Two weeks of paid vacation within the first year.
Comprehensive medical preferred provider plan.
Dental and vision coverage.
Flexible spending account.
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 memberships, car buying, hotels, car rentals, and technology.
CDL tuition reimbursement program for qualified candidates, up to $5,250 for CDL school tuition.
Competitive compensation.