Warehouse Specialist

Essential Functions

• Pick, pack, palletize, and prepare POS materials and equipment for shipment to G&J Pepsi locations, field teams, and customers.
• Ensure outbound orders are labeled correctly, wrapped securely, and meet transport/CPOS shipping standards.
• Cook up daily pickups and deliveries with internal teams, carriers, and local G&J Pepsi transport schedules.
• Verify that all shipments match order documentation and maintain 99%+ accuracy on outbound processing.
• Receive incoming freight, verify against purchase orders, and inspect for accuracy or damage.
• Document discrepancies, damaged materials, or overages and communicate promptly with the Commercialization management team.
• Break down inbound shipments, scan or manually log inventory, and place items into designated storage locations.
• Ensure all POS inventory is received and input into systems within established service-level expectations.
• Maintain accurate counts of POS materials including signage, displays, equipment, shrouds, racks, and promotional items.
• Aid with cycle counts and full inventory audits as required.
• Organize warehouse stock to maximize space utilization and maintain a clean, efficient, and safe work environment.
• Support Commercialization team with forecasting and replenishment needs by reporting low stock or unusual usage trends.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, lift assists, and stretch wrappers (training provided if needed).
• Follow all G&J Pepsi safety policies and warehouse SOPs.
• Support the coordination of outbound CPOS deliveries on weekly and special project runs (Maysville truck, Columbus cross-dock, customer drop-zones, etc.).
• Assist the Commercialization and Sales Teams with special POS projects, seasonal programs, and event logistics.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with Commercialization, Columbus Warehouse, and distribution teams regarding shipments, delays, and inventory status.
• Use Microsoft Outlook for communication tracking, scheduling pickups, and coordinating with internal and external teams.
• Use Microsoft Excel to update shipment logs, manage budgets, inventory counts, tracking sheets, and internal reporting.
• Ensure all required documentation—including BOLs, shipping labels, packing lists, and receiving logs—is accurately completed and filed.

Position Qualifications

• Accountability - Ability to complete assigned tasks with little oversight and is willing to accept personal responsibility for work and results.
• Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Communication Skills - Ability to effectively communicate (both verbally and in writing) with others either individually or in a group setting.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company policies and procedures.
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company policies and procedures.
• Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Intent - Ability to collaborate and wants what's best for everyone involved.
• Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with internal/external customers and co-workers.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to actively promote safety and identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years experience in warehouse, logistics, shipping/receiving, or inventory operations preferred.

Computer Skills

• Basic computer skills including ERP or inventory systems.
• Microsoft Outlook (email communication, scheduling, tracking).
• Microsoft Excel (data entry, sorting/filtering, basic formulas).