Experienced Driver Helper – Join the Coca-Cola Team and Start Your Career in Beverage Distribution

Join the Coca-Cola Team: Where Passion Meets Opportunity

At Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, we're on a mission to deliver more than just your favorite beverages. We're dedicated to creating a workplace culture that invests in our people, focuses on our customers, and champions the communities we serve. As a leading beverage distributor in the Northeast, we're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a career that combines teamwork, customer service, and opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you!

About Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast is a subsidiary of the Coca-Cola Company, one of the world's largest beverage companies. We operate in 29 locations across the Northeast, employing over 3,400 associates who share a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and driving business results. Our company culture is built on a foundation of respect, inclusion, and achievement, and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can grow and succeed.

Job Summary

We're seeking an experienced Driver Helper to join our team and assist our CDL Drivers with loading, unloading, and delivering product to customer locations on designated routes. As a Driver Helper, you'll play a critical role in ensuring that our products are delivered efficiently and effectively, while also providing exceptional customer service and merchandising our products in stores. If you're a team player with a passion for customer service and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Travel with a Driver throughout the day to deliver, fill, merchandise, and rotate products at customer accounts
• Merchandise, display, and rotate products according to company standards, ensuring that products are properly stocked and displayed
• Pick up company property and returns, and reload truck with customer returns, empty shells, and pallets
• Provide superior customer service and foster relationships with store management and personnel, responding to customer inquiries and resolving issues in a professional and courteous manner
• Maintain accurate records and reports, including delivery records, inventory levels, and customer interactions
• Participate in ongoing training and development programs to improve knowledge and skills, and stay up-to-date on company policies and procedures

Essential Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required; 1+ years of experience working in grocery, retail, consumer goods, warehousing, or a related field preferred
• Minimum 6 months of general work experience required; experience working with manual or powered pallet jacks preferred
• Must have the ability to repetitively lift, push, and pull 50+ pounds, reach above head height, squat, kneel, bend, and reach
• Must have the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers, drivers, and other stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a beverage distribution environment, or with a similar product line
• Experience with inventory management, merchandising, or sales
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and make sound decisions
• Ability to work in a team environment, and collaborate with others to achieve business objectives

Career Growth Opportunities

At Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, we're committed to creating a workplace culture that supports the growth and development of our employees. We offer a range of career development programs, including:

• Training and development programs, including onboarding, coaching, and mentoring
• Career advancement opportunities, including promotions and lateral moves
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs, to support your ongoing education and development
• Employee recognition and reward programs, to acknowledge and celebrate your achievements

Work Environment and Company Culture

At Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, we're proud of our workplace culture and the values that drive our business. We strive to create a work environment that is:

• Inclusive and diverse, with a workforce that reflects the communities we serve
• Respectful and supportive, with a focus on employee well-being and development
• Dynamic and fast-paced, with opportunities for growth and advancement

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• A competitive salary, with opportunities for bonuses and incentives
• Comprehensive health insurance, with medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match, to support your retirement savings
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employee discounts and perks, including discounts on our products and services

How to Apply

If you're excited about the opportunity to join the Coca-Cola team and start your career in beverage distribution, we want to hear from you! Please click the link below to apply for this role, and we'll be in touch soon to discuss your qualifications and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Background Verification

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast requires all applicants to undergo a criminal background verification process prior to commencing employment with the Company. Employment with Coke Northeast is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check. Depending on position, drug screen results and/or driving records, including minor moving violations, will be evaluated according to Coke Northeast's guidelines to determine eligibility for the position.