Account Merchandiser (AM)
Buffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than 123 years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands. The Account Merchandiser (AM) is a key member of the Retail team responsible for stocking and merchandising beverage products under the Buffalo Rock portfolio.
Essential Functions include :
- Exhibiting a high level of ethical and moral conduct.
- Performing specific activities of the assigned route including selling in of new products, incremental displays, additional merchandising space, and promotions.
- Driving to and from customer sites.
- Service all assigned accounts according to Buffalo Rock Standards.
- Developing and maintaining positive professional customer relationships.
- Communicating all transshipping activity in accordance with Buffalo Rock policy and procedures.
- Communicating to the ADC and RSS all new accounts in your assigned sales area.
- Notifying ADC / RSS of any change to an existing account, including ownership or closure.
- Properly completing all required paperwork to Company Policy and timeline.
- Monitoring all assigned accounts for CDA compliance.
- Communicating daily with ADC / RSS any product shortages, product returns, refused orders, changes to next delivery order, account information changes, or any operational items.
- Achieving required % of Strategic Execution Objectives.
- Executing and achieving all account program key objectives.
- Properly rotating all products in accordance with Buffalo Rock Policy and Procedures.
- Ensuring pallets, trays, damaged product, and returns are prepared for pick up at each account.
- Assisting management in reporting competitive activity, achieving sales goals and metrics, and promoting Buffalo Rock Purpose and Core Values.
- Attending all scheduled meetings requiring your presence and / or participation.
- Adhering to customer policies for vendors or suppliers.
- Performing all other duties as assigned.
Other Duties and Responsibilities include :
Exhibiting a high level of ethical and moral conduct while at work or in attendance of any off-site function during work hours or after work hours while representing the Buffalo Rock Company.Responsible for continuous self-improvement through the knowledge and use of all Buffalo Rock provided training.Ensuring that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the Company from possible damages, theft, or other liabilities.Ensuring that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the safety of employee-partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property.Honoring and following through on all business commitments.Embodying Buffalo Rock's Purpose of "Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people."Living Buffalo Rock's Core Values : Committed to serving our communities, Customer success drives our success, Integrity matters, Obsessed with continuous improvement, We care for each other, Win the day.Competencies include :
Safety AwarenessDiversity OrientedAccuracyCommunication, OralCommunication, WrittenCustomer OrientedSelf MotivatedResponsibleOrganizedDecision MakingSupervisory Responsibilities : N / A
Work Environment : This position is subject to working conditions related to the individual unique working conditions at each account. Working conditions will be inside and outside where temperatures will vary from extreme heat to extreme cold, working in rain or snow, all for extended periods.
Physical Demands :
Stand : ConstantlyWalk : ConstantlySit : OccasionallyManually Manipulate : ConstantlyGrasp : ConstantlyReach Outward : ConstantlyReach Above Shoulder : ConstantlySpeak : ConstantlyClimb : OccasionallyCrawl : OccasionallySquat or Kneel : FrequentlyBend : FrequentlyLift / Carry :10 lbs. or less : Constantly11-20 lbs. : Constantly21-50 lbs. : Occasionally51-100 lbs. : Not ApplicableOver 100 lbs. : Not ApplicablePush / Pull :12 lbs. or less : Constantly13-25 lbs. : Constantly26-40 lbs. : Constantly41-100 lbs. : ConstantlyRequired Education and Experience :
Education : High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); PreferredExperience : No prior experience necessaryCertifications and Licenses : Must have a valid state driver license, for state of residence, with a good driving recordOther Requirements :Must have smart phone deviceMust have reliable transportation for business use with required insurance coverage; required to drive personal vehicle for workTools and Technology : Smart Phone, Motus, Timeclock Plus
Knowledge :
Sales and MarketingCustomer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageMathematicsAffirmative Action / EEO Statement : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Other duties may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
I have reviewed this job description, and I can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
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