Associate Route Merchandiser
Continental, Plainfield, IN, United States
Department:
Indianapolis Canteen Vend 201711
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Plainfield
Reporting To:
Christopher Davis
Compensation:
$50,700 - $80,000 / year
Description The Associate Route Merchandiser will assist in filling needs pertaining to vending/market/OCS route, warehouse, shuttle service, vault, machine movement and implementation of company directives/acquisitions and training of new/current employees. The schedule, days/times (variable work week) and geographical location will vary based on the task at hand. The driver is to ensure customer satisfaction for their assigned client(s) in addition to data integrity. This includes identifying and obtaining information from customers, anticipating their needs and fulfilling their expectations through the delivery and stocking of products as well as the general maintenance of space and equipment at each point of sale in their assigned route.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Merchandising: Merchandise products according to store layouts and POGs. Roll‑out promotions. Gather and report customer feedback. Maintain established inventory levels for all products sold, to include, but not limited to soft drinks, pre‑packaged food, sandwiches, salads, soups, wraps, fruits, vegetables, candy, pastry and snack items. Count, record and follow ordering protocol for inventory. Restock shelves, coolers and coffee. Follow protocols for inventory tracking and rotating of product. Collect and record out‑of‑date, rejected or unsold merchandise. Monitor shelf life of products to minimize spoilage losses.
Product Delivery: Review inventory requirements to identify what products are needed for each point of sale. Work closely with the warehouse to ensure all products are ready for delivery. Load and unload products using proper safety protocols to prevent injury. Drive company vehicle to deliver merchandise. Maintain open lines of communication with management regarding account product changes and recommended scheduling changes.
Cash Handling: Collect money from kiosks and vending machines. Follow cash handling and loss prevention protocols to ensure personal and property safety. Record transactions on appropriate forms and/or handheld device. Monitor and report any activity that seems out of the norm or raises specific concern about potential misconduct.
Food Safety & Sanitation: Ensure proper handling and refrigeration of all perishable items during transit and while stocking products. Ensure coolers maintain appropriate temperatures to store products. Perform routine cleaning of coffee machines, microwaves, coolers, racks, shelves, tables, counter tops, floors and windows in and around each point of sale.
Inventory: Complete full inventory counts and submit as designated by company protocol.
Audit: Inspect food quality and appearance; report stale products, review "pick" sheets and conduct final walk‑through.
Additional: Projects and assignments as needed.
Job Requirements
High‑School Diploma or GED
Must be able to pass DOT physical requirements
Clean driving record
Prior experience driving a 16 ft box truck or similar
Prior retail experience and familiarity with basic merchandising concepts strongly preferred
Basic computer skills – iPad, handheld scanner, smartphone and other technology
Physical Demands
Climbing in‑and‑out of a vehicle
Loading and unloading products from the vehicle
Bending, stooping, pulling/pushing and twisting required
Walking and standing for long periods
Regular lifting 25–50 pounds
The physical demands for this position include sitting, standing, bending, lifting and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
The duties of this position may change from time to time. Continental reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Continental or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed, and is not intended to be all inclusive.
Due to the nature of this role the candidate must be able to work all shifts and have weekend availability. The candidate must be willing and able to work in varying conditions.
Continental is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits We prioritize the health, wellness and work‑life balance of our team members and have designed a comprehensive compensation package to reflect that.
Full‑time team members are eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with company match, at‑work dining perks, flexible schedules, generous PTO and a total rewards program. Team members can also use our inclusive employee assistance program.
Part‑time team members are eligible for a 401(k) with company match, at‑work dining perks and can also use our inclusive employee assistance program.
Location‑specific perks may also include wellness programming, on‑the‑job training, corporate‑hosted courses, certifications and team events.
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Indianapolis Canteen Vend 201711
Employment Type:
Full Time
Location:
Plainfield
Reporting To:
Christopher Davis
Compensation:
$50,700 - $80,000 / year
Description The Associate Route Merchandiser will assist in filling needs pertaining to vending/market/OCS route, warehouse, shuttle service, vault, machine movement and implementation of company directives/acquisitions and training of new/current employees. The schedule, days/times (variable work week) and geographical location will vary based on the task at hand. The driver is to ensure customer satisfaction for their assigned client(s) in addition to data integrity. This includes identifying and obtaining information from customers, anticipating their needs and fulfilling their expectations through the delivery and stocking of products as well as the general maintenance of space and equipment at each point of sale in their assigned route.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Merchandising: Merchandise products according to store layouts and POGs. Roll‑out promotions. Gather and report customer feedback. Maintain established inventory levels for all products sold, to include, but not limited to soft drinks, pre‑packaged food, sandwiches, salads, soups, wraps, fruits, vegetables, candy, pastry and snack items. Count, record and follow ordering protocol for inventory. Restock shelves, coolers and coffee. Follow protocols for inventory tracking and rotating of product. Collect and record out‑of‑date, rejected or unsold merchandise. Monitor shelf life of products to minimize spoilage losses.
Product Delivery: Review inventory requirements to identify what products are needed for each point of sale. Work closely with the warehouse to ensure all products are ready for delivery. Load and unload products using proper safety protocols to prevent injury. Drive company vehicle to deliver merchandise. Maintain open lines of communication with management regarding account product changes and recommended scheduling changes.
Cash Handling: Collect money from kiosks and vending machines. Follow cash handling and loss prevention protocols to ensure personal and property safety. Record transactions on appropriate forms and/or handheld device. Monitor and report any activity that seems out of the norm or raises specific concern about potential misconduct.
Food Safety & Sanitation: Ensure proper handling and refrigeration of all perishable items during transit and while stocking products. Ensure coolers maintain appropriate temperatures to store products. Perform routine cleaning of coffee machines, microwaves, coolers, racks, shelves, tables, counter tops, floors and windows in and around each point of sale.
Inventory: Complete full inventory counts and submit as designated by company protocol.
Audit: Inspect food quality and appearance; report stale products, review "pick" sheets and conduct final walk‑through.
Additional: Projects and assignments as needed.
Job Requirements
High‑School Diploma or GED
Must be able to pass DOT physical requirements
Clean driving record
Prior experience driving a 16 ft box truck or similar
Prior retail experience and familiarity with basic merchandising concepts strongly preferred
Basic computer skills – iPad, handheld scanner, smartphone and other technology
Physical Demands
Climbing in‑and‑out of a vehicle
Loading and unloading products from the vehicle
Bending, stooping, pulling/pushing and twisting required
Walking and standing for long periods
Regular lifting 25–50 pounds
The physical demands for this position include sitting, standing, bending, lifting and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
The duties of this position may change from time to time. Continental reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Continental or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed, and is not intended to be all inclusive.
Due to the nature of this role the candidate must be able to work all shifts and have weekend availability. The candidate must be willing and able to work in varying conditions.
Continental is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits We prioritize the health, wellness and work‑life balance of our team members and have designed a comprehensive compensation package to reflect that.
Full‑time team members are eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with company match, at‑work dining perks, flexible schedules, generous PTO and a total rewards program. Team members can also use our inclusive employee assistance program.
Part‑time team members are eligible for a 401(k) with company match, at‑work dining perks and can also use our inclusive employee assistance program.
Location‑specific perks may also include wellness programming, on‑the‑job training, corporate‑hosted courses, certifications and team events.
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