Retail Representative (Part-Time) – Guelph, ON

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Guelph; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Retail Representative in Guelph to manage customer relationships, sell products, and ensure effective merchandising. This role involves data collection and optimizing territory coverage while adhering to company policies. Join a purpose-driven team committed to building a better tomorrow with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Access to industry-leading learning and development

Competitive salary and benefits

Bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing role.
• Previous sales experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Managing assigned customers and building relationships.
• Selling and distributing products within territory.
• Ensuring compliance within retail outlets.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Education

High school graduate

Job description

Job Description:

The Retail Representative within an assigned territory is responsible for managing assigned customers. Key responsibilities include building relationships, selling, distribution, and merchandising.

Primary Location: Guelph and surrounding towns

What are we looking for?

• High school graduate
• Experience in a customer-facing role
• Previous sales experience (asset)
• Valid driver’s license
• Good communication and presentation skills

Key Responsibilities:

Selling and Distribution

• Suggesting orders and selling presentation programs to customers
• Presenting and selling booking sheets to stores
• Maintaining distribution of assigned products
• Selling new innovations
• Ensuring promotional and seasonal compliance within retail outlets

Merchandising

• Ensuring shelves are stocked with all listed products
• Refilling merchandiser fixtures and working with customers to secure secondary display space
• Utilizing POS for effective merchandising and pricing
• Rotating products on-shelf and in backrooms for quality and freshness

Data Collection and Integrity

• Maintaining accurate data via hand-held technology as per business requirements

Call Coverage

• Managing territory efficiently to optimize customer coverage
• Planning routes according to company call coverage models
• Prioritizing time based on segment needs

Communication and Administration

• Updating DSM on territory activities
• Maintaining stock of merchandising supplies and POS materials
• Adhering to company policies on time, expenses, and product waste
• Processing credits and samples following procedures
• Understanding and following communications and priorities

Special Projects and Other Duties

• Supporting special projects as assigned
• Performing other duties as needed, including engagement action planning

What can you expect from Mars?

• Collaborate with diverse, talented colleagues guided by the Five Principles
• Join a purpose-driven company committed to building a better tomorrow
• Access to industry-leading learning and development, including Mars University
• Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses

Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request during the application process.