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The Coca-Cola Company

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • Arkadelphia

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong communication skills, retail customer service experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, critical thinking, valid driver’s license, good driving history, and a high school diploma or GED.
  • You will manage daily customer routes, execute promotions, merchandise products, maintain inventory, foster relationships, and communicate market issues to support sales and operations.

Requirements

  • Must have effective communication skills which include listening, speaking, and writing
  • Prior customer service experience preferred in a retail setting
  • Willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment (lifting 50 lbs. repetitively)
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Secondary education beyond high school preferred
  • High initiative and willingness to learn
  • Career-mindedness and a highly competitive nature
  • Valid instate driver’s license
  • Excellent driving history
  • Proof of insurance policy to verify current coverage of liability and property damage at no less than 50,000 per person/100,000 accident insurance per occurrence/50,000 property damage and 500 or less deductible effective from first day of employment
  • High School Education / GED

Responsibilities

  • Manages, sells, and executes in an assigned group of customers on daily, pre-set routes and generates sales orders based on the assigned delivery frequency for each customer to ensure the day-to-day success of the operation and directly contribute to the financial performance of the company in terms of revenue, volume and gross profit
  • Executes applicable promotions and new products based on target lists, monthly Look of Success (LOS) initiatives, marketing promotions, Point-Of-Sale, and commercial plans to ensure excellence in RED (Right Execution Daily) scores for assigned customers
  • Fills, merchandises, and rotates products on display and the shelf according to procedures and special programs
  • Organizes and maintains back room by stacking and arranging product by package and flavor, arranging the return of empty pallets and shells, damaged and out of date product to the branch
  • Creates and distributes point-of-sale materials on display and shelve where permitted. Rotates product. Fills and merchandises Fastlane merchandisers and vendors; checks vendor to ensure proper operation
  • Fosters business relationship with store personnel through routine follow-up on requests, proactive pricing, special programs, new opportunities, and upcoming activities discussions
  • Identifies and communicates any competitive issues or market activities that could impact the business (i.e., pricing, new packaging, change in business strategy, etc.) and executes all job duties in a safe working manner

FAQs

What is the daily pay for the Sales Merchandiser position?

The daily pay for the Sales Merchandiser position is $118.00 plus a component.

What locations are available for this job?

The Sales Merchandiser position is available in Arkadelphia and Little Rock.

What benefits do full-time teammates receive?

Full-time teammates are eligible for paid training, paid time off plus paid holidays, a 401(k) with company matching, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and group health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and disability).

What are the primary responsibilities of the Bulk Account Merchandiser?

The primary responsibilities include managing, selling, and executing in an assigned group of customers, generating sales orders, executing promotions and new products, merchandising products, maintaining the back room, and fostering business relationships with store personnel.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The minimum qualifications include a valid in-state driver's license, excellent driving history, proof of current insurance coverage, and a high school education or GED.

Is prior customer service experience necessary for this job?

While prior customer service experience, particularly in a retail setting, is preferred, it is not explicitly required.

What type of work environment can employees expect?

Employees can expect a work environment that varies, including exposure to weather conditions, coolers, and customer storage areas which may not be temperature-controlled.

Are there opportunities for career advancement in this position?

Yes, the company offers great rewards, competitive pay, and career advancement opportunities for teammates.

What physical requirements are there for the Sales Merchandiser role?

The role requires a willingness to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment, including lifting up to 50 lbs. repetitively.

Is there anything specific to communicate to the hiring company about market activities?

Yes, employees are expected to identify and communicate any competitive issues or market activities that could impact the business, such as pricing changes, new packaging, or changes in business strategy.

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The Coca-Cola Company

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1892
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Coca-Cola Company is a global beverage corporation that offers over 500 brands in more than 200 countries and territories, including well-known products such as Coca-Cola, Dasani, Fanta, and Sprite. Their ultimate mission is to refresh the world and inspire moments of optimism and happiness through their beverages. The company's purpose is to continually transform their portfolio by reducing sugar in their drinks, introducing innovative products, and minimising their environmental impact through initiatives like water replenishment and recycling. With their bottling partners, they employ over 700,000 people, contributing to economic opportunities in communities worldwide.