Driver Lead - Ottumwa, Iowa

The Driver Lead is responsible for delivering product to small and large format accounts on a predetermined route for advance sales, maintaining strong customer rapport, quality service, and effective merchandising of products. The Driver Lead will also be responsible for training all new hires for all Driving and Merchandising positions or general re-training when necessary.

Shift and Schedule

Monday through Friday5:00am until route is finishedFlexibility to work overtime and weekends as neededLocal routes

Responsibilities

Deliver products to scheduled accounts in good condition and within scheduled delivery time.Assure brands and packages are rotated properly safeguarding against past-dated products available to consumers.Accountable for cash/credit proceeds and products removed from inventories.Compute and record transactions and convey all related cash, checks and documents to Route Auditor at conclusion of work shift.Provide shelf merchandising to stores upon request by manager or customer.Maintain assigned vehicle in accordance to applicable safety regulations.Deliver product for UDS, Bulk, Night Transport or Merchandising routes when vacations or days off need to be taken by the normal driver or merchandiser.Act as a support/fill in for the Distribution Supervisor duties that may include: Kronos, JJ Keller, and any/all other reporting functions of the DS role.The Driver Lead will also share in the opening, closing, and weekend “on call” duties of the Branch.

Total Rewards Pay starting at $28.43 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $29.97 per hour in the quarter after their 6 month anniversary.Benefits, subject to eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement Requirements High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred2 years of delivery experience and face to face customer interaction1 year of commercial driving experience21 years of age or olderLift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedlyValid Class A CDL Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! 
 
Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us? 
 
We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop.  We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
 
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.