Territory Merchandising Representative (Start ASAP)

About Coca-Cola Europacific Partners NZ

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is one of the country's largest manufacturers and distributors of ready-to-drink beverages, including non-alcohol and alcoholic beverages, energy drinks and coffee. They’re proudly Kiwi with a rich heritage of providing New Zealanders with access to the best-tasting beverages on every occasion for more than 100 years!

Your role

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners is shopping for a Territory Merchandising Representative to join their Field Sales team – this role operates in supermarkets within the Wellington area to make their brands available to everyone, everywhere, every day. Work with some of their biggest customers and New Zealand’s most popular brands – including Coca-Cola, L&P, Pump Water, Powerade, and Keri Juice. This is an entry-level role that would be perfect for a motivated individual looking for a long-term career in Sales!

You’ll be responsible for Merchandising a territory of grocery customers, visiting them on a regular call cycle to ensure the products are presented in-store to Coca-Cola European Pacific NZ standard. Partnering with the Territory Sales Managers, you’ll build displays, fill and rotate stock, and ensure the products are effectively executed in the market - supporting the Sales team to implement the CCEP NZ sales strategy across the Wellington region.

A focus on delivering excellent customer service is key in this role, as you'll be dealing with everyone from consumers, store people, and owners of grocery outlets. This is a physically demanding role and will require you to lift product cases of up to 18 kg daily. 

Training & development

This is a permanent full-time role that works Monday - Thursday, 8 hours per day commencing at 5 pm. Sunday is a split shift commencing at 6 am (5hrs) and 6 pm (3hrs). When you embark on your career with Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, you’ll find that they have a unique culture and vision that sets them apart, and they are committed to developing their people and supporting them to reach new possibilities, every day. You will experience their world-famous learning and development program which will set you up for future success.

Benefits

Alongside a fantastic starting salary, you’ll get:

• $1000 Annual Product Allowance
• Company car and mobile phone
• Opportunity to earn an Annual Incentive Bonus
• Discounted medical insurance
• Life insurance (conditions apply)

Work-life balance

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has been awarded a gold medal in the Employees category at the HRD Employer of Choice Awards, marking its fourth consecutive year of recognition for excellence. This highlights the company's strong performance in work-life balance, health & wellbeing, career progression, recruitment, training & development, and access to technology & resources. Managing Director Chris Litchfield emphasized the company's commitment to keeping employees safe, informed, and engaged, particularly during lockdowns. CCEP's focus on employee development and wellbeing included virtual events, an extended flexible working policy, and the release of a 'work from anywhere guide,' reinforcing the company's dedication to supporting a balanced lifestyle for its over 1,000 employees across New Zealand.

Company Culture

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, recognized as one of NZ's Best Employers for multiple years, attributes its success to passionate, hard-working individuals committed to products, customers, and each other. CCEP promotes a safe, open, and inclusive workplace where employees can grow, be happy, and thrive. They are dedicated to equal employment opportunities, fostering a discrimination-free and harassment-free work environment.

To know more about what it’s like to work at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, watch this video:

About you

They’re looking for an individual with strong organisational skills, a resilient approach to work, and a whole lot of drive and energy! On top of this, you'll have a customer-focused approach that will support your territory to achieve performance targets. With an eye for detail, you’ll ensure the products stand out against competitors - because you’re proud of the brands and the way they bring moments of happiness to customers! This is an entry-level position perfect for someone who has worked in hospitality, customer service, retail, or grocery.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• cocacolaep.com/nz/about-us/
• cocacolaep.com/nz/careers/
• cocacolaep.com/nz/news-and-insights/2022/employer-of-choice-for-a-fourth-consecutive-year/