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Merchandising Supervisor (Collierville, TN, USA)

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

General Summary:

This position contributes to thesuccess of the Pepsi Beverages Company by leading a team of frontline employees to merchandise orders to key customers in a fast-paced direct store delivery environment.

Major Tasks, Key Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities:

Manage multiple priorities while allocating resources between accounts

Brief the frontline employees on scheduling and meeting delivery goals

Anticipate potential customer issues, apply contingency planning to avoid customer dissatisfaction

Apply knowledge of merchandising principles to drive productivity

Train front line on utilize PBC processes and tools

Understand cost per unit constraints in meeting customer needs

Help employees prioritize the work and promote teamwork

Supervise daily operations, delegate tasks and monitor progress

Set productivity and service targets, measure performance to drive accountability

Basic Job Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

A minimum of 2 years experience managing front-line employees

Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends

Preferred Job Qualifications::

Bachelors Degree

Equal Opportunity Employment M/F/D/V

Ref: 29405BR

Sales Associate - Central Gulf Region (Campus) (Memphis, TN, USA)

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

The Sales Associate role is designed as a 12+ month leadership training program. As a Sales Associate, you will receive a customized on-boarding plan to assimilate and assure skill transfer in preparation for a Sales District Leader position. You will learn the Frito Lay Route Sales System and base skills of the Sales District Leader position. You will gain exposure to the key players and functions across the Region Business Team. The training and assimilation for this position involves 6+ months of route level work to learn the foundation of the business and develop an understanding of our DSD network and supply chain. The job is in a physical work environment with varying length work days/schedule. In the retail industry, weekends and holidays are often our most demanding days. Candidates must be willing and prepared to work weekends and holidays as is required.

Upon completion of the training program, you will share responsibility for all aspects of managing a sales district of 10-12 Route Sales Representatives (RSR) with varying levels of experience and education. Each Sales District Leader leads a 5-10 Million dollar business. You will be responsible for administrative and technical support, as well as facilitating information. The Sales District Leader Designate must manage multiple tasks simultaneously. The Sales Associate must be able to analyze situations accurately taking effective action under narrow time constraints. It is imperative that you have strong leadership skills, good communication skills and thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Successfully complete all activities included in the Sales Associate training program

Successfully interact with Customers and effectively sell in and execute sales programs and initiatives

Lead district meetings focused on plan to achieve sales objectives and other goals

Conduct one-with-one meetings with RSR's to discuss performance

Conduct "work-withs" and coaching sessions with RSR's to develop their selling and customer service skills

Coach RSR's to successfully sell against baseline and promotion opportunities

Collect, chart and interpret statistical data; manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Prepare and deliver sales presentations to customers as required

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Degree preferably in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or related major

Preferred schools are Auburn University, University of Alabama, Tuskegee, Mississippi State, Southern Mississippi, Southeastern Louisiana, Louisiana State University and University of Louisiana Lafeyette.

Demonstrated leadership ability

Highly motivated self starter

Skilled at managing financial results

Prior related experience, preferably in Food /Beverage, DSD/Retail, etc

Prior experience leading a team of people

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree

Authorized to work in United States on a permanent basis

Must be 21 years of age or older

Clean driving record for the past 3 years

Must pass a drug screen and background investigation

Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and/or certification may also be required.

Must be willing to drive a step van for 6+ months during training and on the job as needed

Equal Opportunity Employment M/F/D/V

Ref: 30623BR

Master Electrician - Production Maintenance- FT/Nights (Collierville, TN, 38017, US)

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Position is responsible for repairing and installing production/manufacturing equipment. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties, per manufacturer's specifications. Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments, as needed. Must have own hand tools.
This position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, chemicals; and frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling.

PRIMARY ACOUNTABILITIES:
- Perform preventative maintenance on assigned line
- Repair all production equipment as needed
- Upgrade areas with new equipment/technology; work with outside contractors working on assigned line
- Change line for package changeovers

Requirements:

Basic Qualifications

- 18 years or older
- Pass the drug test
- Pass the background check
- Knowledge of hydraulics
- Knowledge of pneumatics
- Knowledge of power transmission

HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:

- Troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns (for example, pinpointing and repairing problems associated with high speed manufacturing line breakdowns)
- Working with hydraulic systems (for example, understanding high-pressure cylinders, pumps, or valves and reading schematics and using for troubleshooting in high-speed manufacturing)
- Working with pneumatics (for example, working with solenoids, cylinders, or motor brakes and reading schematics and using for troubleshooting in high speed manufacturing)
- Working with electrical systems (for example, working with high voltage, installation, frequency drive experience, motor testing, troubleshooting, or panels in high speed manufacturing)
- Working with Programmable Logic Controllers -- PLC (for example, understanding instructions, editing documentation, and/or navigation for A-B PLC-5 and A-B SLC-500)
- Performing preventative maintenance (for example, conducting computerized preventative maintenance check-ups or reading SPC charts and data)
- Line manufacturing support systems (ozone generation, line/lube delivery, chemical delivery, ingredient delivery, PH house)
- Conveyors and airveyors (air cylinders, diverters, sensors, motor/speed control/VFDs)

SRC:PBC

Type:
Shift:Nights

Driver - Bay Truck Delivery - FT/Days (Forrest City, AR, 72335, US)

Wed, 29 May 2013 03:00:00 GMT

Position delivers product to stores on an established route or via dynamic dispatch to customers including Convenience and Gas stores, small supermarkets, drug stores, etc. Drives the delivery vehicle and brings product into the store. Responsible for ongoing rotating and stocking of product on store shelves, displays, in coolers and vending equipment. Builds small displays and sets up promotional materials such as pricing signs and banners. Generates invoices and is responsible for daily settlement of cash and charges. Has frequent interaction with store management.
This position requires lifting, loading and pushing/pulling cases ranging from 20-45 pounds repeatedly during work hours. It also requires reaching, squatting and bending while delivering and merchandising products in the store.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

- Deliver product and execute all promotions
- Service all scheduled customers by the end of shift
- Merchandise all accounts to local standards
- Establish positive working relationships with primary contact at each account

Requirements:

Basic Qualifications

- 21 years or older
- Pass the drug test
- Pass the background check
- Valid CDL license

HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:

- Operating trucks requiring a CDL license (for example, performing basic functions like driving forwards, driving backwards, or maneuvering in tight spaces)
- Merchandising products (for example, filling shelves, building displays, making products look attractive on shelves, rotating product, cleaning shelves, or eliminating out of stocks and out of date products)
- Operating equipment (pallet jacks, hand trucks, breakdowns, etc.)

SRC:PBC

Type:
Shift:Days

Driver - Bay Truck Delivery- FT/Days (Batesville, MS, 38606, US)

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sales Rep - Large Grocery/Mass Merchant.- FT/Days (Batesville, MS, 38606, US)

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Position acts as the primary store-level sales person to large accounts like supermarkets and is responsible for providing service to and growing business with assigned accounts. Position orders product to be delivered by another employee to the store within 48 hours. Responsible for generating sales by engaging in and overseeing all aspects of customer service, including, ongoing rotation and stocking of product on the shelves and displays, in coolers, vending equipment, and customers' backrooms, as well as, building displays and setting up promotional materials such as pricing signs and banners. Has frequent interaction with store management.

This positions requires lifting/loading pushing and pulling cases weighing from 20-45 pounds repeatedly throughout a 10-12 hour period as well as bending, squatting and reaching while merchandising product

No more than one moving violation in the past 12 months.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

- Develop all assigned accounts relative to sales volume, market share, product distribution, space allocation, and customer service
- Take inventory and place orders for future PBG Delivery
- Solicit new business to increase volume and new package distribution within the area boundaries
- Sell and execute promotions, solicit placement of equipment and sell sufficient product inventory
- Utilize point-of-purchase materials to stimulate sales
- Generate selling opportunities by maintaining and increasing shelf facings, cleaning shelving and rotating product
- Provide excellent service to assigned accounts; create and maintain goodwill with all customers
- Merchandise product sections and build displays to stimulate sales
- Complete required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner maintaining legibility

Requirements:

Basic Qualifications

- 18 years or older
- Pass the drug test
- Pass the background check
- Must have car or personal transportation to access multi-store locations within assigned shift
- Valid driver's license
- Proof of insurance

HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:

- Making sales calls and selling products (for example, introducing new products, launching promotions, establishing new points of distribution in existing accounts, or making deals)
- Placing product orders (for example, taking inventory or calling in orders)
- Managing accounts (for example, meeting targets in sales, execution and service, identifying opportunities to improve the account, or growing sales in existing accounts)
- Working for a retail businesses or grocery stores (for example, understanding store operations, knowing backroom/inventory management, or understanding how shelves are stocked)
- Merchandising products (for example, filling shelves, building displays, making products look attractive on shelves, rotating product, cleaning shelves, or eliminating out of stocks and out of date products)
- Managing inventory (for example, taking stock of current products, forecasting future product needs, or determining the amount and timing of order)
- Serving customers (for example, resolving customer issues, ensuring appropriate communication with store managers, or following up on customer requests)
- Direct store delivery (order-entry, sale/distribution of products directly to store rather than 3rd party, working as part of an account team)

SRC:PBC

Type:
Shift:Days