Overview:Acosta is offering a Sign-On Bonus Apply to hear more about the detailsYou will be responsible for identifying opportunities, achieving strategic goals, and building relationships within an assigned territory through sales calls at key retail accounts.
Primary responsibilities include increasing sales and market share of the brands represented, while managing on-shelf availability across multiple categories.Summary of Expectations:80% Sales focused vs.
MerchandisingTypically complete 3-5 calls per day, inclding drive time.Arrive in 1st store by 8 amProficient using a Tablet, E-mail, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.Climbing on ladders, building displays (some lifting, bending and using carts & pallet jacksResponsibilities:Responsiiities:Maximizing brand awareness and communicating new product opportunities, using sales data to drive in store actions.Building relationships with key retail decision makers (department and store managers).Identifying and implementing in store merchandising opportunities to increase brand visibility and availability while ensuring stock levels are maintained.Ensuring client’s promotional activity is implemented and that products are on display in the correct location and with good availability.Providing insightful and actionable market intelligence feedback.Attending and actively contributing to Team Meetings.Meeting the physical requirementsOther duties as assignedQualifications:Work Experience Requirements:1-year related work experienceIn-store sales experienceMust live in assigned territoryKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:Ability to prioritize sales time in relation to account opportunities/prioritiesOutgoing personality with ability to build relationships across a wide array of personality types from diverse backgroundsAbility to toggle efficiently between multiple programs to plan and achieve desired outcomesAbility to comprehend and derive strategy from sales dataMust have excellent presentation and communication skillsTraits: EQ (Emotional intelligence), Intellectually curious, strong work ethic, self-confidence, coachable, analyticalThis position requires that you drive on behalf of Acosta Sales & Marketing, and as such,any DUI/DWI conviction in the past 36 months will be an immediate disqualifier for this positionFamiliar with efficiently routing a territory based on opportunityHighly self-motivated and self-disciplined with ability to work effectively with little or no supervisionAbility to critically think through day to day situations and adjust strategy and direction accordinglyAbility to pre-plan for sales calls via fact-based sellingMust have reliable transportationThe incumbent(s) in this position should exhibit the following Acosta values:People Minded – Must show dignity and respect to all peopleIntegrity – Must exemplify the highest degree of ethical behaviorResults Oriented – Must show passion, pride and commitment to succeedTrust – Must be honest, sincere and confidentTeamwork – Must build trusting relationshipsInnovation – Must progress through a combination of creativity, common sense and visionBalance – Must maintain an optimistic attitude and keep perspective on what is important in life.By submitting your application you agree with and accept the Acosta Privacy Statement and Terms of Conditions.US: http://acosta.Jobs/privacy-policy-us/Canada: http://acosta.Jobs/privacy-policy-ca/