Field Merchandising Trainer — Elevate Retail Standards (Travel Required)

Acosta Group; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with benefits

Job summary

Acosta Group is seeking a part-time Retail Training Specialist for the Orange Park, FL area to deliver comprehensive training to field merchandisers, ensuring adherence to merchandising standards and brand representation.

You will conduct on-site and virtual sessions, covering product features, displays, and promotions, with travel up to 75 miles. The role supports product launches and store resets and requires weekend availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior retail or training experience preferred.
• Proficient with smartphones, apps, email, messaging, and e-learning.
• Valid driver''s license and reliable transportation.
• Available for occasional weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive training programs and materials for field merchandisers, including manuals, presentations, and visual aids.
• Travel up to 75 miles within assigned territory.
• Conduct on-site and virtual training sessions to educate field merchandisers on standards, product features, and promotional campaigns.
• Train field merchandisers on product placement, signage, and display techniques to maximize visual impact and sales.
• Provide hands-on coaching and feedback during store visits to reinforce training concepts and address performance gaps.
• Collaborate with field managers to identify training needs and prioritize skill development areas.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness through metrics, observations, and feedback.
• Update training materials based on product changes, guidelines, and industry trends.
• Support new product launches and store resets with timely training sessions and resources.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on merchandising best practices, trends, and competitor activities.
• Foster a positive learning environment and culture of continuous improvement among field merchandisers.
• Cover open territories executing client-specific work.

Skills

Retail experience

Smartphone proficiency

Weekend availability

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Acosta Group is seeking a part-time Retail Training Specialist for the Orange Park, FL area to deliver comprehensive training to field merchandisers, ensuring adherence to merchandising standards and brand representation.

You will conduct on-site and virtual sessions, covering product features, displays, and promotions, with travel up to 75 miles. The role supports product launches and store resets and requires weekend availability.