Retail merchandiser
Overview
The Retail Merchandiser provides retail sales merchandising coverage and coverage of retail special projects for an assigned retail territory.
They are responsible for representing ACOSTA and our principals through store coverage and executing objectives as set forth by their Manager to achieve superior in-store results in an assigned territory.
Point of sale interaction is required and the ability to significantly and positively impact sales volume of the assigned product as a result.
Responsibilities
The incumbent(s) in this position should exhibit the following Acosta values :
People Minded Must show dignity and respect to all people
Integrity Must exemplify the highest degree of ethical behavior
Results Oriented Must show passion, pride and commitment to succeed
Trust Must be honest, sincere and confident
Teamwork Must build trusting relationships
Innovation Must progress through a combination of creativity, common sense and vision
Balance Must maintain an optimistic attitude and keep perspective on what is important in life.
Essential Functions :
- Deliver retail merchandising and sales goals across all channels in assigned territory
- Meets client expectations regarding retail sales coverage and productivity in assigned territory.
- Assists in retail and sales initiatives (new product introductions, contests, 30-day speed-to-shelf, etc.) as assigned.
- As established by management, enters and transmits data in a timely manner.
- Execute retail territory coverage plan to ensure merchandising coverage goals are met.
- Work closely with management and develop professional relationship to ensure smooth and cooperative involvement in the marketing, promotion and sale of product.
- Executes merchandising events in assigned territory
- Perform special projects as assigned by Manager.
- Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts per plan-o-gram.
- Rotate stock, clean and stock display and price merchandise as appropriate.
- Report observations to Manager regarding outdated product, unbalanced stock, out-of-stock situations and point of purchase requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education Requirements :
High School Diploma / GED
Work Experience Requirements :
One-year experience in dealing with the public at the retail sales level preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements :
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and must be able to drive a car for extended periods of time.
- Must be available for occasional weekend work (Demos and Food Shows). Must be able to work nights and holidays. (Night and holiday work will be pre-defined by position).
- Must be willing and able to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores).
- Must be able to effectively communicate with others. Must have good vision and be able to operate a calculator, telephone, copier, hand truck, hammer, and screwdriver and case cutter.
- Must be able to stand and / or walk for long periods of time. Must be able to comfortably interact with the public.
- Must have professional appearance & demeanor.
- Must be familiar with Excel and Word.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to comfortably interact with the public.
Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Retail Merchandiser
Overview
The Retail Merchandiser provides retail sales merchandising coverage and coverage of retail special projects for an assigned retail territory.
They are responsible for representing ACOSTA and our principals through store coverage and executing objectives as set forth by their Manager to achieve superior in-store results in an assigned territory.
Point of sale interaction is required and the ability to significantly and positively impact sales volume of the assigned product as a result.
Responsibilities
The incumbent(s) in this position should exhibit the following Acosta values :
People Minded Must show dignity and respect to all people
Integrity Must exemplify the highest degree of ethical behavior
Results Oriented Must show passion, pride and commitment to succeed
Trust Must be honest, sincere and confident
Teamwork Must build trusting relationships
Innovation Must progress through a combination of creativity, common sense and vision
Balance Must maintain an optimistic attitude and keep perspective on what is important in life.
Essential Functions :
- Deliver retail merchandising and sales goals across all channels in assigned territory
- Meets client expectations regarding retail sales coverage and productivity in assigned territory.
- Assists in retail and sales initiatives (new product introductions, contests, 30-day speed-to-shelf, etc.) as assigned.
- As established by management, enters and transmits data in a timely manner.
- Execute retail territory coverage plan to ensure merchandising coverage goals are met.
- Work closely with management and develop professional relationship to ensure smooth and cooperative involvement in the marketing, promotion and sale of product.
- Executes merchandising events in assigned territory
- Perform special projects as assigned by Manager.
- Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts per plan-o-gram.
- Rotate stock, clean and stock display and price merchandise as appropriate.
- Perform duties such as checking date codes, ensuring adherence to approved plan-o-gram.
- Report observations to Manager regarding outdated product, unbalanced stock, out-of-stock situations and point of purchase requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education Requirements :
High School Diploma / GED
Work Experience Requirements :
One-year experience in dealing with the public at the retail sales level preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements :
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and must be able to drive a car for extended periods of time.
- Must be available for occasional weekend work (Demos and Food Shows). Must be able to work nights and holidays. (Night and holiday work will be pre-defined by position).
- Must be willing and able to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores).
- Must be able to effectively communicate with others. Must have good vision and be able to operate a calculator, telephone, copier, hand truck, hammer, and screwdriver and case cutter.
- Must be able to stand and / or walk for long periods of time. Must be able to comfortably interact with the public.
- Must have professional appearance & demeanor.
- Must be familiar with Excel and Word.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to comfortably interact with the public.
Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Retail Merchandiser
Overview
The Retail Merchandiser provides retail sales merchandising coverage and coverage of retail special projects for an assigned retail territory.
They are responsible for representing ACOSTA and our principals through store coverage and executing objectives as set forth by their Manager to achieve superior in-store results in an assigned territory.
Point of sale interaction is required and the ability to significantly and positively impact sales volume of the assigned product as a result.
Responsibilities
The incumbent(s) in this position should exhibit the following Acosta values :
People Minded Must show dignity and respect to all people
Integrity Must exemplify the highest degree of ethical behavior
Results Oriented Must show passion, pride and commitment to succeed
Trust Must be honest, sincere and confident
Teamwork Must build trusting relationships
Innovation Must progress through a combination of creativity, common sense and vision
Balance Must maintain an optimistic attitude and keep perspective on what is important in life.
Essential Functions :
- Deliver retail merchandising and sales goals across all channels in assigned territory
- Meets client expectations regarding retail sales coverage and productivity in assigned territory.
- Assists in retail and sales initiatives (new product introductions, contests, 30-day speed-to-shelf, etc.) as assigned.
- As established by management, enters and transmits data in a timely manner.
- Execute retail territory coverage plan to ensure merchandising coverage goals are met.
- Work closely with management and develop professional relationship to ensure smooth and cooperative involvement in the marketing, promotion and sale of product.
- Executes merchandising events in assigned territory
- Perform special projects as assigned by Manager.
- Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts per plan-o-gram.
- Rotate stock, clean and stock display and price merchandise as appropriate.
- Perform duties such as checking date codes, ensuring adherence to approved plan-o-gram.
- Report observations to Manager regarding outdated product, unbalanced stock, out-of-stock situations and point of purchase requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education Requirements :
High School Diploma / GED
Work Experience Requirements :
One-year experience in dealing with the public at the retail sales level preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements :
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and must be able to drive a car for extended periods of time.
- Must be available for occasional weekend work (Demos and Food Shows). Must be able to work nights and holidays. (Night and holiday work will be pre-defined by position).
- Must be willing and able to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores).
- Must be able to effectively communicate with others. Must have good vision and be able to operate a calculator, telephone, copier, hand truck, hammer, and screwdriver and case cutter.
- Must be able to stand and / or walk for long periods of time. Must be able to comfortably interact with the public.
- Must have professional appearance & demeanor.
- Must be familiar with Excel and Word.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to comfortably interact with the public.
Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Retail Merchandiser
Overview
Acosta is currently seeking motivated and career-minded candidates to join its national network of retail merchandisers.
We owe our continued success to the hard working, intelligent and innovative people who implement our retail programs every day.
The Mandate Retail Service Merchandiser is responsible for effectively working in teams to perform reset and remodel work including, but not limited to, reading and implementation of plan-o-grams, new item placement, void corrections, and special merchandising activity.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter, quick learner, has a strong attention to detail, and works well in a team situation.
They must possess excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with business partners.
Responsibilities
- Read and follow a plan-o-gram to effectively complete reset and remodel work. Have a working knowledge of merchandising and retail terminology.
- Perform duties such as moving and cleaning shelves, installing new racks and shelves, displaying merchandise properly, placing shelf strips and attaching tags properly, checking date codes and plan-o-gram integrity, and processing pack-outs, restocks and reorders as necessary.
- Partner with store personnel and co-workers to achieve and maintain merchandising excellence, discuss changes, and build an effective working relationship.
- Report and discuss observations and issues with Mandate Senior Area Manager / Mandate Area Manager.
- Effectively and accurately work with web based applications to indicate work availability, check schedule for work assignments, accept work assignments, receive work documentation and information, record work start and completion times, record work mileage, record work expenses, record work time and attendance, and complete training activities.
- Effectively and accurately prepare, process, submit, and manage documentation related to assigned reset and remodel work.
- Perform job safely by demonstrating full awareness of his / her surroundings. Utilize proper safety techniques and equipment use when necessary.
Be proactive in alerting management to any unsafe act or condition to prevent injuries.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Understand and follow all Acosta policies and standard operating procedures.
Qualifications
- Reliable transportation.
- Ability to maintain a professional appearance.
- Computer access with printer / Internet / email.
- comfortable utilizing Technology (i.e. smartphones and handheld devices)
- Willing and able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
- Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, decision making and leadership skills. Able to read and communicate effectively with others.
- Able to operate or learn how to operate a computer, calculator, fax machine, telephone, paper cutter, copier, hammer, screwdriver, drill, case cutter, hand truck, and pallet jack.
Must be able to climb and stand on a step stool or ladder.
Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer