Merchandiser Trainee

Division: Sun Coast • Work Schedule: Thursday–Monday, 4:00 AM–until

About Us

Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability. Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on-the-job training, learning, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

• Two weeks paid vacation within first year
• Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan
• Dental, vision, and flex spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid life insurance ($50,000)
• Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Paid holiday & sick time
• 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
• Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs, and much more)
• Competitive compensation
• CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5,250 for CDL school tuition

Responsibilities

• Build displays, replenish inventory on the customer’s shelves, racks, and cold equipment
• Ensure proper care of equipment and Company/customer assets daily
• Rotate and replenish products in customer outlet, including displays, racks, and all Coca-Cola and brand partner equipment
• Maintain product integrity in every account; neatly stacked, condensed, and rotated backstock, clean coolers and racks to Company standards
• Organize and collect any breakage or out-of-date product, including empty shells and pallets
• Provide feedback and recommendations to leadership on competitive threats and business opportunities
• Work in partnership with the Sales Supervisor and Delivery Driver to execute the picture of success
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with all customers, providing superior customer service
• Ability to work with all functional team members

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 years old
• Valid driver’s license required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy
• Reliable vehicle required
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
• Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
• Ability to utilize all Company-provided resources and technology
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 3 to 6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to work a flexible or rotating schedule
• Ability to respond and resolve any customer issues
• Self-motivated with the ability to perform job duties with minimal supervision
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to problem solve
• Previous merchandising experience preferred

Physical Requirements

Position will be required to comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program. Safety-toed shoes are required when performing the following tasks: operating powered industrial equipment, working in an area where powered industrial equipment is in use, fleet maintenance, working with palletized product, use of hand trucks/dollies to deliver product, cooler services, etc.

Requirement Frequency Sit Limited Stand Continuously Walk Continuously Bend Frequently Kneel/Squat Frequently Climb Stairs Limited Crawling Occasionally Overhead Reach Occasionally Typing Frequently Vehicle Operation Frequently PPE/Special Clothing Continuously Grasp Frequently Push/Pull Frequently Fine Manipulation Occasionally Lift up to 50 lbs Frequently Carry up to 50 lbs Frequently Pushing up to 50 lbs Frequently Pulling up to 50 lbs Frequently Exposure to Water Limited Exposure to Chemicals Occasionally Exposure to Weather Frequently Exposure to Noise Frequently