Merchandiser Trainee

CONA Services•Monroeville, AL

About The Position

The Merchandiser - Large Store Trainee builds displays and replenishes inventory on customer shelves, racks, and cold equipment. The role maintains product integrity and equipment, organizes breakage and out-of-date products, shares feedback about competitive threats and business opportunities, and works with the Sales Supervisor and Delivery Driver to execute the picture of success. It also involves building positive customer relationships, providing superior service, and collaborating with functional team members. The position is in the Southern Pine division, follows a Friday–Tuesday work schedule, and pays from $37,962 annually. The work includes frequent vehicle operation and physical merchandising activities, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, handling products, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling loads up to 50 pounds. Safety-toed shoes are required for specified tasks involving powered industrial equipment, palletized product, hand trucks or dollies, and cooler services.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years.
Valid driver’s license and obligation to maintain 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 respond to and resolve customer issues.
Self-motivation and ability to 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.
Comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program and wear safety-toed shoes when performing specified tasks.
Able to meet the listed physical requirements, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous merchandising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure proper care of equipment and Company/customer assets daily.
Rotate and replenish products in customer outlets, including displays, racks, and Coca-Cola and brand partner equipment.
Maintain product integrity in every account, including neatly stacked, condensed, and rotated backstock and coolers and racks cleaned to Company standards.
Organize and collect breakage and out-of-date product, including empty shells and pallets.
Provide leadership with feedback and recommendations on 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 other appropriate duties assigned by management.

Benefits

Two weeks of paid vacation within the first year.
Comprehensive medical Preferred Provider Plan.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
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%.
Exclusive employee discounts, including cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, and technology needs.
Competitive compensation.
CDL tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 for qualified candidates.
On-the-job training, learning, and opportunities for career advancement.