Retail Training Specialist

Retail Training Specialist

Company : Acosta Group

Location : Schenectady, New York, 12305

Ref # : 84219

Pay Rate : $15.50

Function : Merchandising

Employment Duration : Part-time

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive training programs and materials for field merchandisers (manuals, presentations, visual aids).
• Travel up to 75 miles within assigned territory.
• Conduct on‑site and virtual training sessions to educate field merchandisers on standards, product features, and promotional campaigns.
• Train field merchandisers on product placement, signage, and display techniques to maximize visual impact and sales.
• Provide hands‑on coaching and feedback during store visits to reinforce training concepts and address performance gaps.
• Collaborate with field managers to identify training needs and prioritize skill‑development areas.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness through metrics, observations, and feedback.
• Update training materials based on product changes, guidelines, and industry trends.
• Support new product launches and store resets with timely training sessions and resources.
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert on merchandising best practices, trends, and competitor activities.
• Foster a positive learning environment and culture of continuous improvement among field merchandisers.
• Cover open territories executing client‑specific work.

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Physical Requirements

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