Barilla Outside Sales Representative

Barilla Outside Sales Representative

Company : ACO-US

Location : Baltimore, Maryland, 21209

Function : Merchandising

Employment Duration : Full-time

The Outside Sales Representative (OSR) is primarily responsible for calling on select retail locations to sell in Barilla products, present, and get new items authorized, sell in promos, some merchandising. Follows our monthly priorities from the business managers for each client. Help coordinate store events such as anniversary sales, demos, new store openings, remodel expansions, etc with promotional selling / merch vehicles.

Responsibilities :

• Visit specific retail locations in the territory each month.
• Present new items for our clients and secure orders for same.
• Present promotional activity to store buyers and secure orders and if possible off shelf displays.
• Access distribution on existing items to be sure they are being carried.
• Assist in any merchandising needed for our products.
• Work with the store on all special projects such as demos, trade events, remodels, new store openings, etc.
• Maintain current knowledge of products we sell and new items.
• Maintain a rapport with regional managers of our clients.
• Keep all informed of issues with stores, competitive activity, trends etc.
• Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts.
• Rotate stock, clean and stock display, and price merchandise as appropriate.
• Perform such duties as checking date codes, ensuring adherence to approved plan-o-gram.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education Requirements :

High School Diploma / GED

Work Experience Requirements :

This job posting covers the general job duties for this position and does not imply that these are the only tasks required. The Acosta Group's Talent Acquisition Team will go over any questions you have regarding the above during the interview process. The Acosta Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.