Merchandiser Retail Coverage

Merchandiser Retail Coverage

Company : ACO-US

Location : GREAT LAKES, Illinois, 60088

Pay Rate : $16.00

Experience / skills and / or location may influence position wage rate

Function : Merchandising

Employment Duration : Part-time

Overview

The Retail Coverage Merchandiser provides retail sales merchandising, completes special projects, and builds strong relationships with store managers to help increase sales for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Cover a set territory of retailers to make store visits representing Hostess and Voortman brands
• Assist store managers on retail initiatives (new product introductions, contests, etc.) as assigned.
• Work with technology collecting and reporting data from store visits with a company furnished tablet.
• Works independently to make store visits to ensure merchandising coverage goals are met.
• Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts.
• Clean, stock, rotate, and price merchandise, as appropriate.
• Perform audits such as checking date codes and ensuring adherence to approved modular integrity.
• Follow store policies and procedures while being an expert for the clients you represent.
• Consult with management promptly, meet objectives and goals as assigned, and report store-level observations related to client product and customer needs.
• Advocate for the client through sales opportunities, shelf work, and building relationships with store managers

Qualifications

Prior retail experience preferred, but not required

Strong demonstration of the following core competencies : Quality Commitment, Detail Oriented; Customer Service, and Communication Skills

Comfortably using technology such as a tablet

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Possess a valid driver's license and the ability to drive a car for extended periods.

Effective communication and relationship-building skills

Must be able to stand and / or walk for long periods.

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