Full Time Merchandiser

About G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc.

Join a family-owned Pepsi bottler with over a century of service in Ohio and Kentucky, known for exceptional products and customer service. G&J Pepsi embraces a culture of respect, integrity, and career investment, offering a strong foundation for your professional journey.

Position Overview

The role focuses on merchandizing Pepsi products at retail locations, following company standards to boost sales and profitability.

Key Duties

• Stock, rotate, and arrange products in coolers, vendors, and shelves according to set guidelines.
• Follow company policies and wear necessary personal protective equipment consistently.
• Communicate effectively with retail staff, Pepsi management, and team members.
• Assist and engage consumers at retail sites.
• Keep backroom areas clean, organized, and tidy.
• Handle and organize alcoholic beverages as part of daily tasks.
• Maintain confidentiality of pricing and sensitive customer data.
• Regularly complete merchandising logs, mileage and store reports, time-off requests, and other paperwork.
• Collaborate with Account Managers and Store Management to identify sales opportunities using Point of Sale materials and securing displays.
• Support Account Manager with related activities as needed.
• Adhere to assigned work schedules with dependable attendance and work overtime when required.
• Perform other related duties to support business objectives.

Requirements and Eligibility

• Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: 0–1 year in merchandising or stocking, plus prior customer service experience in retail or warehouse settings.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be insurable to operate a vehicle throughout employment.
• Ability to acquire and comply with industry-specific licensing requirements as necessary.
• Knowledge of retail sales dynamics, beverage industry, and standard merchandising techniques.
• Skilled in external customer service across diverse environments.
• Capable of working independently, quickly, and efficiently without supervision.
• Adaptable to change, professional, positive demeanor, proficient with reading diagrams, maps, and planograms.
• Trainable on operating mechanical equipment including pallet jacks and tow motors.
• Physically able to lift heavy products repeatedly and multitask effectively.
• Certified or able to operate Powered Industrial Trucks safely per guidelines.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage of $23.18.
• 401K matching and pension plan.
• Paid vacation time.
• Insurance coverage options.
• Provided employee uniforms.