Retail Coverage Merchandiser

Overview 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 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 in a timely manner, 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 through store managers Qualifications 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 ability to drive a car for extended periods of time.
Effective communication and relationship building skills Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
What Acosta Offers Flexible schedules and no weekend work Job Stability - Acosta is a full-service sales, marketing and service company established in 1927.
With over 90 years of experience, we are the sales and marketing powerhouse behind the most recognized brands and are a proven resource for top retailers across the U.
S.
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gov) Work State US-IL-Springfield Job ID 2023-226358 Work City Springfield PCN 269417 Position Type PART\TIME Regular_ Work Zip 62711 Starting average hours per week < 20 Job Code 100414 Category Field Jobs