Sales Merchandiser

CONA Services • Bangor, ME

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About The Position

The Sales Merchandiser is a hybrid role in the Large Store business segment, functioning as both the Account Manager and Merchandiser for a select group of large-store accounts. The role serves as the primary contact between Coke Northeast management and store management, builds customer relationships, and grows business by selling and ordering products for an assigned customer base. It also involves stocking products on shelves and in coolers and maintaining appropriate product rotation.

The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Compensation is $22.67 per hour during the first 90 days and increases to $24.44 per hour after 90 days. The role includes regular physical activity, including lifting up to 40 pounds and moving product-handling equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of general work experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.
• Excellent planning and organization skills.
• Proficient computer application skills.
• Valid driver’s license, a driving record within policy guidelines, and insurance meeting or exceeding company requirements.
• Ability to repetitively lift, pull, and push up to 40 pounds; reach above head height; stand, walk, kneel, bend, and reach.
• Ability to push and pull manual and powered material-handling equipment, such as a pallet jack or hand truck, containing product loads for at least 100 yards without assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• At least 1 year of relevant sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educate and excite customers about the company’s beverage portfolio.
• Sell incremental displays, equipment placements, and promotional programs where applicable.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels, company assets, promotional point-of-sale signage, and displays.
• Ensure accounts meet defined merchandising standards, determine stores’ product needs, and transmit replenishment orders.
• Communicate and collaborate on account activities with appropriate business partners.
• Stock products on shelves and in coolers and maintain appropriate product rotation.
• Build customer relationships and increase business by selling and ordering products for a defined customer base.
• Serve as the primary contact between Coke Northeast management and store management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance may be available to eligible employees.
• Dental insurance may be available to eligible employees.
• Vision insurance may be available to eligible employees.
• 401(k) with company match may be available to eligible employees.
• Life insurance may be available to eligible employees.
• Paid time off may be available to eligible employees.
• Fitness reimbursements may be available to eligible employees.
• Tuition reimbursement may be available to eligible employees.
• Employee discounts may be available to eligible employees.
• Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED