Sales and Marketing Director jobs in Minnesota

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Report observations to Manager regarding outdated product, unbalanced stock, out-of-stock situations and point of purchase requirements.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.

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Work State US-MN-Rochester

Job ID 2022-213397

Work City Rochester

PCN 247001

Position Type Regular Part-Time

Work Zip 55901

Starting average hours per week 31-37

Job Code SL361

Category Field Jobs

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rochester, MN 55901: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person