Driver Assistant

As a distributing company specializing in premier beer and beverages across Texas, Mississippi, and Kentucky, Standard Sales Company, L.P. is one of the most successful organizations in sales and marketing in the wholesale industry. We stand by our company mission statement, “Through the utilization of the Commitment To Excellence (CTE) principles; work as a team to increase sales, market share, and profitability, thereby ensuring the continued growth and prosperity of Standard Sales Company, L.P. and its employees.”

Come join our team!

JOB TITLE:  Driver Assistant

SUMMARY: Work with established route driver to facilitate the delivery of beverage products by unloading, stocking, rotating and merchandising products being sold as well as existing inventory at retail.

JOB DUTIES:

· Assist in the delivery, rotation and merchandising of all company products

· Maintain positive customer satisfaction with retailers

· Ability to follow a flexible work schedule including some weekends and holidays

· Ability to safely load and unload equipment and product

· Follow company policies and procedures regarding product freshness and rotation

· Ability to read and follow delivery instructions from Driver, Sales Rep and District Manager

· Follow all product handling procedures according to each retailer’s policy

· Adhere to company policies and laws (local, federal & state) pertaining to product invoicing, signatures and payment collection.

· Repair and repackage damaged goods

· Match productivity of coworkers in a fast paced work environment

· Ability to effectively communicate and work with other team members

· Ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment

· Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies:

· Ability to use a 2 wheel dolly, wheeler or hand truck

· Good communication skills and ability to work and collaborate effectively with others

· Effective time management skills

· Positive customer service skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

· High School Diploma or GED

· Valid driver’s license

· Must have and maintain a good driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICTIONS:

· Customer service experience

· Class “A” CDL

· Prior beverage delivery or DSD delivery experience

· Good work ethic and positive attitude

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Ability to move products weighing up to 165 lbs

· Hang merchandise as needed

· Repetitive lifting, up to 50 lbs overhead

· Bending, pulling/pushing up to 340 pounds on a two-wheeler 

· Ability to continuously stand or walk

· Ability to bend and occasionally squat

· Repetitive carrying and reaching

BENEFITS:

· Medical, dental, vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans

· Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays

· Retirement and Savings (401K) Plan

Standard Sales Company, L.P. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.