Merchandiser Trainee

CONA Services•Jasper, GA

27d

About The Position

The Merchandiser Trainee supports Coca-Cola UNITED’s merchandising operations by building displays and replenishing inventory on customers’ shelves, racks, and cold equipment. The role includes maintaining product quality and presentation, caring for company and customer assets, and working with sales and delivery team members to meet outlet standards. It requires regular customer interaction, safe work practices, reliable attendance, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekend work, and a 6:00 a.m. start time. The position is in the Tennessee Valley division. Physical activities include extensive standing and walking; frequent bending, kneeling or squatting, typing, vehicle operation, grasping, pushing and pulling, and handling loads up to 50 pounds. Safety-toed shoes and other required PPE must be worn for specified tasks and work areas.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license and obligation to comply with UNITED fleet policy.
Reliable vehicle required.
Wear position-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 job 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.
Physical ability to perform the listed work activities, including frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 pounds.
Must wear safety-toed shoes when operating powered industrial equipment or working where it is in use, performing fleet maintenance, working with palletized product, using hand trucks or dollies to deliver product, or performing cooler services.

Nice To Haves

Previous merchandising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Build displays and replenish inventory on customer shelves, racks, and cold equipment.
Ensure proper care of equipment and company and customer assets.
Rotate and replenish products in 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 and 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 effectively with all functional team members.
Respond to and resolve customer issues.
Perform other appropriate duties assigned by management.

Benefits

Two weeks of paid vacation within the first year.
Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan.
Dental and vision coverage, 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 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 membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, and technology needs.
Competitive compensation.
CDL tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 for qualified candidates.