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Full-time Nabisco Merchandiser/Order Writer

Mondelez International · Saint Charles, IL · $16.00–$18.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had to build a relationship with someone who wasn't easy to work with, maybe a store manager or coworker who was skeptical of you at first.

What they are checking: ability to build rapport with store personnel who control shelf space and cooperation

This job means lifting and carrying product, sometimes pushing or pulling over 50 pounds, day after day. Tell me about physical work you've done that's similar.

What they are checking: realistic self-assessment of physical stamina for repetitive lifting and bending

How do you organize your day when you're the one deciding the order of stops, without someone standing over your shoulder?

What they are checking: self-motivation and independent work habits since supervision is minimal

Tell me about a time something didn't sell the way you expected, or a shelf kept going empty. How did you figure out what was going on and what did you do?

What they are checking: initiative in spotting and solving in-stock issues before they become bigger problems

Tell me about a time you had to represent a company or brand to the public and something went wrong. How did you handle the customer or the situation?

What they are checking: customer service instincts and composure since the candidate is the face of the brand in-store

What would you do

Walk me through what a typical day would look like for you covering several stores between here and Elgin or Batavia.

What they are checking: whether the candidate understands the self-directed, multi-stop nature of the route and can plan time realistically

You show up to do a display and the backroom receiver tells you they don't have time to pull product for you right now. What do you do?

What they are checking: problem-solving and relationship management under a common real-world obstacle

If you noticed a competitor's display was taking over space that was supposed to be yours per the plan-o-gram, what would you do in the moment and what would you report back?

What they are checking: attention to negotiated space compliance and communication with the RTM

Your schedule here runs Tuesday through Saturday. Is that workable for you, and have you had to adjust to a nontraditional schedule like that before?

What they are checking: actual availability and past reliability with non-standard schedules

Say you get to a store for a new product launch and the shelf tags or set instructions don't match what's in the store. What's your next move?

What they are checking: how the candidate handles ambiguity and communicates upward instead of guessing

About the work

Have you used a handheld device or app like an iPad system to place orders or track inventory before? Tell me about that experience.

What they are checking: comfort with the Salesforce ordering and DMI photo-capture tools used daily

You're driving your own car between stores and get reimbursed for mileage. Do you have a reliable vehicle and valid insurance, and have you managed a route like this before?

What they are checking: basic logistical eligibility and reliability for the driving requirement

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Job Description oin our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking AT Mondelēz International Full-Time Nabisco Merchandiser/Order Writer A Full-Time Merchandiser Order Writer is a frontline force for retail excellence. As a Brand Execution Merchant, you’ll bring world-famous snacks like Oreo, Ritz, belVita, Chips Ahoy!, and Triscuit to life in-store - building relationships, stocking shelves, executing displays, and ensuring shoppers always find their favorite snacks right where they expect them. Your work delights consumers, drives results, and keeps our iconic brands front and center: perfectly placed, impossible to miss, and always in stock. • Represent Mondelēz in-store with professionalism, positivity, and a commitment to excellence as you are the face of these iconic brands/owner of the biscuit aisle. • Serve as the face of the company , delivering outstanding customer service to both store teams and shoppers • Execute daily store visits following Mondelēz’ DSD Merchandising Excellence, including capturing display photos, via DMI • Build and maintain strong relationships with store personnel, such as backroom receivers and store managers, to support execution and visibility of our brands • Order product via iPad to maintain in-stock conditions for both shelf and display using Salesforce • Implement promotional displays and ensure compliance with your RTM-negotiated plans with the stores • Follow daily schedules and priorities set by your RTM for efficient coverage among your retail team and colleagues • Support seasonal sales , new product launches, and high-visibility merchandising events • Communicate store-level insights, issues, or opportunities to your RTM and management team • Stay Safe & Compliant , embracing the physical nature of the role – including lifting, bending, and moving product through a snack-powered hustle For a closer view of what our merchandisers do: Day in the Life of a Mondelez Merchandiser Who is a good fit? • Be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the person resides. • High School Diploma or GED preferred. • Someone with a positive and professional attitude who is self-motivated and can work independently. • Ability to drive your personal vehicle with valid insurance coverage to a variety of store locations (mileage will be reimbursed). • Ability to perform hard work in a fast-paced work environment and to meet the defined physical activities like repetitive lifting, bending, and carrying up to 25 lbs. Occasionally, pushing and pulling over 50 lbs. This includes physically moving our products from the stock rooms to store floor and stocking the store’s shelves. • Previous retail / grocery experience is a plus. • Live within 25-35 miles range from the primary location St Charles, IL • Secondary locations: Elgin, IL, Batavia, IL, Carpentersville, IL, Dundee, IL, • Schedule availability required: Tuesday-Saturday • Hiring Bonus: ( if applicable ) #ushourly Salary and Benefits: Hourly compensation rate From $16.00 to $18.00 based on relevant experience./ 401k Savings Plan, Eligible to participate in an incentive bonus program, mileage reimbursement (according to company policy), strong career advancement opportunities within the company, tuition reimbursement plan, paid vacation days (accrual up to 10 days per year), 7 paid holidays, up to 3 paid flexible holidays, paid sick leave after 1 year , medical, dental and vision benefits packages available, effective from start date with company, free preventive care, health savings account (HSA) or flexible savings account (FSA) plans available, health and well-being program, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), safety equipment such as kneeling pads, safety knives, and PPE. Business Unit Summary The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country. Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance. For more information about your Federal rights, please see eeopost.pdf ; EEO is the Law Poster Supplement ; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision ; Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Job Type Regular Field Sales Sales

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