Merchandising Manager

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast

$80K — $85K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Marketing preferred.
  • Prior experience as a Supervisor, Account Manager, or Sales Merchandiser preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership and personnel management skills are essential.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Capacity to analyze merchandising routes and customer hours effectively.
  • Valid driver’s license and driving record within company policy guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the execution of merchandising plans to drive growth and enhance customer experience.
  • Review weekly sales performance data to optimize execution.
  • Facilitate routine meetings to discuss opportunities and sales results.
  • Collaborate closely with management to stay updated on promotional activities.
  • Maintain and communicate standards for account presentation and execution.
  • Conduct market route rides with team members.
  • Manage operating expenses related to merchandising and labor efforts.

Benefits

  • Access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Life insurance and paid time off.
  • Fitness reimbursement and tuition reimbursement options.
  • Employee discounts and scholarship opportunities.
Full Job Description
Compensation: $80k-$85k (Depending on experience)
Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 6am-4pm (Hours may vary slightly depending on business needs)

Job Description

The Merchandising District Manager is tasked with leading the sales efforts for large store segments within a specific region. Their duties include managing and guiding a team of Merchandisers to ensure all sales programs are effectively implemented. They oversee the hiring, training, and professional development of their team, aiming to achieve revenue growth and meet sales targets through efficient execution and strong customer relationships. Reporting to the Large Store Sales Manager, the Merchandising District Manager plays a pivotal role in the success of sales initiatives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead the Sales Center execution of Merchandising plans, ensure growth, profitability and an enhanced customer experience with Coca-Cola.
  • Review the Large Store tracker weekly to ensure maximum execution
  • Ownership of routine merchandiser meetings, RED and LOS meetings to identify opportunities, gaps, and results
  • Regularly collaborate with Sales Manager, District Managers and General Manager to remain informed of all promotional activity
  • Achieve and maintain Look of Success standards in all accounts, communicate expectations and ensure understanding within sales organization through effective communication
  • Route Rides with Team in Market
  • Manage OPEX results including Merchandising Labor and BD&L
  • Foster Safety Leadership
  • Address customer inquiries, concerns, and issues in a timely and professional manner to ensure customer retention and loyalty
  • Coach and lead a team of merchandisers while ensuring a culture of learning and development
  • Effectively manage change and transition including implications to systems, people, process and future success.


Job Requirements

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent required
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field preferred
  • Prior experience as an, Supervisor, Account Manager or Sales Merchandiser is preferred
  • Proven leadership ability and personnel management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word
  • Ability to analyze Merchandising hours by customer and develop the best routes
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, and across teams where necessary, to develop relationships throughout the company and to work collaboratively
  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization, to clearly articulate relevant ideas, opinions and information
  • Valid driver's license, driving record within policy guidelines, and insurance that meets or exceeds company requirements


Benefits & Perks
Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, life insurance, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, scholarship opportunities, and more.

*Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, employment type, and union governance.

Background Verification
Employment with Coke Northeast is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background verification. Depending on the role, this process may include a criminal background check, drug screening, and/or review of driving records in accordance with company guidelines and applicable laws.

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