Retail Representative (Part-Time) – Guelph, ON

Mars; Guelph; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Retail Representative responsible for managing customer relationships and executing sales strategies in Guelph and surrounding areas. The role involves selling, distribution, and merchandising, ensuring product availability, and maintaining data integrity. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in customer-facing roles, with strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Access to Mars University for learning and development

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-facing role.
• Previous sales experience is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Building relationships, selling, distribution, and merchandising.
• Managing territory coverage efficiently and effectively.
• Maintaining accurate data through hand-held technology.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

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.

Location: The primary location for this position will be Guelph and surrounding towns.

What are we looking for?

• High school graduate.
• Experience in a customer-facing role.
• Previous sales experience is an 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 Excellence:

• 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 the backroom to ensure quality and freshness.

Data Collection/Integrity:

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

Call Coverage:

• Managing territory coverage efficiently and effectively.
• Planning and organizing route schedules according to company models.
• Adhering to time allocations based on segment priorities.

Communication and Administration:

• Keeping the DSM updated on territory activities.
• Maintaining stock of merchandising supplies and POS materials.
• Following company policies on time, expenses, waste, and mileage.
• Processing credits and samples according to procedures.
• Understanding and acting on communications and priorities.

Special Projects and Other Duties:

• Supporting special projects as assigned.
• Performing other duties as required, including engagement action planning and communication with the sales organization.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Collaborate with diverse, talented associates guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company committed to building a better tomorrow.
• Receive top-tier learning and development support, including access to Mars University.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities during the application process.