Distribution Center Supervisor jobs in Lake Charles, LA

Why you will love Coca-Cola UNITED?

About us:

• Privately owned and operated with 100 years of historical strength and stability
• Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on job training, learning and opportunity for career advancement
• Excellent Total Value Benefits Package to include:
• Two weeks paid vacation within first year
• Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan ($35 physical copay; $15 Teladoc copay)
• Dental, vision, flex spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid life insurance ($50,000)
• Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Paid holiday & sick time
• 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
• Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more)
• Competitive Compensation 
• Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle
• For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition – ask your Recruiter for details
   

Job Description

The Supervisor - Sales Distribution will be responsible for supervising delivery merchandisers and other associates to ensure that deliveries are made in an effective/efficient manner.  This position will oversee the scheduling, hiring, coaching and discipline of drivers while ensuring that relationships with customers are built and maintained and merchandising standards are adhered.

What your day will look like:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the UNITED policies and applicable laws
• Interview, hire, and train associates
• Plan, assign, and direct work
• Appraise & evaluate performance 
• Address complaints and resolve problems
• Develop/maintain relationships with customers
• Builds positive associate morale
• Tracks, measures, and analyzes execution of Picture of Success (PicOs) across each area of responsibility using the internal execution trackers available
• Supervises delivery merchandisers and other associates
• Works weekend supervisor duty on a rotating schedule
• Ensures orders are accurate and that product returned to Company facility is properly processed
• Completes accident reports and conducts accident investigations 
• Provides merchandising skills and safety training 
• Rides with associates new to the job and performs merchandising functions alongside new associates to train on Company merchandising expectations 
• Evaluates associates progress during the new hire training process. Drives tractor trailers and other company vehicles
• Reviews orders in computer against product loaded in truck 
• Maintains delivery efficiencies and driver settlement daily 
• Maintains good customer relations with store representatives; addresses customer requests and complaints
• Manages accountability for driver Pre-Trip/Post-Trip inspections, as required, on assigned vehicles 
• Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

What you need to succeed:

• Minimum age 21 years old
• Class A commercial driver’s license required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED fleet policy
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to read, write and speak English 
• Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
• Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
• Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
• Strong leadership and organizational skills 
• Proven ability to coach and manage needs and concerns of multiple associates
• Prior supervisory experience required
• Kneeling, squatting and overhead reaching
• Lifting, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, and exposure to weather
• High School diploma or general education degree; or 2 to 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos 
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Ability to problem solve
• Knowledge of bottler environment and systems with business development experience preferred
• Ability to quickly learn internal United processes
• Proven ability to manage needs and concerns of multiple stakeholders