Merchandiser Trainee

CONA Services•Auburn, AL

12d

About The Position

The Merchandiser - Large Store Trainee builds displays and replenishes inventory on customers’ shelves, racks, and cold equipment. The role maintains product integrity and equipment, organizes breakage and out-of-date products, and helps execute the picture of success with the Sales Supervisor and Delivery Driver. It also involves customer service, identifying business opportunities and competitive threats, and working with all functional team members. This position follows a five-day work week beginning at 5:00 AM and continuing until work is complete. The starting annual pay is $44,665.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have a valid driver's license and maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy.
Have a reliable vehicle.
Use required personal protective equipment and comply with UNITED safety policies.
Maintain regular and prompt attendance.
Be able to read, write, and speak English.
Maintain a neat, professional appearance within Company guidelines.
Maintain the safety and security of Company assets.
Be able to use Company-provided resources and technology.
Have a high school diploma or GED, 3 to 6 months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Be able to work a flexible or rotating schedule.
Be able to respond to and resolve customer issues.
Be self-motivated and able to perform job duties with minimal supervision.
Be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Be able to problem-solve.
Comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program and wear safety-toed shoes when performing specified tasks, including work involving powered industrial equipment, palletized product, hand trucks or dollies, and cooler services.

Nice To Haves

Previous merchandising experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure proper daily care of equipment and Company/customer assets.
Rotate and replenish products in customer outlets, including displays, racks, and Coca-Cola and brand partner equipment.
Maintain product integrity in every account by keeping backstock neatly stacked, condensed, and rotated, and by cleaning coolers and racks to Company standards.
Organize and collect breakage and out-of-date products, including empty shells and pallets.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 for the outlet to execute the picture of success.
Establish and maintain positive customer relationships and provide superior customer service.
Work with all functional team members.
Perform appropriate duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Two weeks of paid vacation within the first year.
Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan.
Dental, vision, and flexible spending.
Employee Assistance Program.
Company-paid life insurance ($50,000).
Optional accident, critical illness, universal life, home, and auto insurance.
Paid maternity and paternity leave.
Paid holiday 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.
CDL tuition reimbursement program for qualified candidates, reimbursable up to $5,250.