Retail Representative (Part Time) - Vernon, BC

Mars; Vernon; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Mars University

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Retail Representative to drive sales and visibility for Mars Snacking products in Vernon and surrounding towns. The role is part-time (24 hours per week, Mon-Wed) with on-site duties in retail outlets across the territory.

You will sell, merchandize and promote products, coordinate with stores on booking sheets, and ensure stock, shelf placement and promotional compliance. A valid driver's license and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience in a customer-facing role.
• Previous sales experience is an asset.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Sell and distribute Mars Snacking products to retail outlets.
• Suggest order and selling presentation programs to customers.
• Maintain shelves and stocking; ensure proper merchandising.
• Use POS data to support promotions and pricing.

Skills

Customer facing

Sales experience

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description:

Job Description

Overview:

The Retail Representative is responsible for selling, distributing and merchandising Mars Snacking products at retail outlets (all channels) in an assigned territory. Part time hours 24 hours per week Mon-Wed.

The primary location of this position will be Vernon and surrounding Towns

What are we looking for?

• High school graduate.
• Experience in a Customer Facing role.
• Previous Sales experience an asset.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Good communication and presentation skills.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Selling and Distribution:

• Responsible for suggesting order and selling presentation programs to customers.
• Presenting and selling booking sheets to stores.
• Maintaining distribution of assigned products.
• Selling new innovation.
• Ensure promotional & seasonal compliance within designated retail outlets.

Merchandising excellence:

• Ensuring shelves are stocked with all listed product.
• Refilling of merchandiser fixtures, as well as working with the customer to secure secondary space for building of display.
• Utilize POS for effective merchandising and pricing.
• Rotation of products both on-shelf and in backroom to ensure optimal product quality and freshness.

Data Collection/Integrity:

• Maintain accurate and appropriate data through hand-held technology as determined by the business.

Ensuring Call-coverage:

• Proper territory management through customer coverage that involves efficient and effective use of time and resources.
• Must plan and organize route schedule according to company call coverage model, complying with the frequency and time-in call for each banner.
• Ensuring adherence to allocation of time based on priorities established by the segments.

Communication and Administration:

• Keep DSM up-to-date regarding territory activity.
• Maintain an adequate stock of relevant merchandising supplies and POS materials.
• Follow and adhere to company policies (time, expenses, product waste, mileage etc.)
• Follow company procedures for processing credits/samples.
• Read through and understand content of communications and priorities directed to the field.

Special Projects:

• May be responsible for supporting special projects for Sales team as assigned.

Other:

• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Communication with Sales Organization.
• Other responsibilities as defined including Engagement Action Planning.

Mars Snacking, Inspiring Happiness with better snacks for better days.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the below range CAD 24.14 - CAD 31.68. Please note: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. AI is used as a supporting tool in our recruitment process.