Job Details

NOTE: Merchandiser's position requires you to drive your own vehicle to assigned locations Company vehicles will not be provided

Department: Sales

Location: Marmora, NJ

Shift: Early morning start - Until Finish must be able to work weekends

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour plus mileage reimbursement.

About Liberty

At Liberty Coca-Cola, we strive to make our workforce as inclusive and diverse as the communities we serve. Our associates are our #1 asset, and we are committed to investing in our people, maintaining the highest safety standards, and creating a culture of growth and innovation. We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages to full-time, regular associates, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription drug plans, 401K with company contributions, paid vacation, company paid holidays, and more. Discover what it means to be energized by a multitude of possibilities and a dynamic team. Join us here at Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC.

Overview

The Lead Merchandiser is responsible for maintaining product availability and merchandising products at all designated accounts. This position will be accountable for keeping inventory records and writing replenishment orders on designated weekend accounts (or other possible exceptions), maintaining data entry and transmission of written orders, while keeping open communication between Merchandising Supervisor, Account Manager, Store Management and Store Personnel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain appropriate product levels in beverage sections and throughout accounts including shelf allocation and cold equipment.
• Build and maintain product displays in compliance with company standards.
• Maintain clean and organized back-room and manage trade breakage in assigned accounts.
• Meet customer service expectations through daily communication, problem resolution, and appropriate follow up
• Maintain professional, team relationship with co-workers and customers.
• Transport, replace and maintain Point of Sale advertising as appropriate for account.
• Maintain Merchandising standards while rotating products in designated accounts.
• May train new or existing merchandisers on standard merchandising activities and procedures (primary training responsibilities are to be provided by Merchandising Supervisor).
• Help determine stores' product needs and support maintenance of inventory levels, will place and transmit appropriate orders on weekend or other specific exceptions.
• Point of contact for merchandisers while in the trade in the absence of a Merchandising Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School - GED or Diploma preferred.
• 2-4 years of general work experience; to include but not limited to, communication skills, teamwork, ability to follow an ordering methodology, math skills, and business judgment skills.
• Must be able to use a personal vehicle during business hours.
• Experience working with minimal supervision.
• 3-5 years of DSD Merchandising preferred.
• Valid Driver's Licenses, current vehicle liability insurance, and driving record within MVR policy guidelines, pallet jack certification as required.

Additional Information

Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.