Hershey's Part-Time Territory Sales Associate Cape Cod MA

Hershey Co.; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national confectionery company is seeking a Part-Time Territory Sales Associate. The role involves representing brands like Reese’s and Twizzlers, managing displays, and achieving sales objectives in a designated territory. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle, along with the ability to lift and drive long distances. The position offers flexible hours at $15.50 to $16.50 hourly, requiring 20-25 hours of work weekly.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must maintain personal auto insurance with required coverage.
• Must reside or be willing to commute within territory.
• 3-4 years food merchandising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sell and maintain distribution of all authorized items.
• Achieve merchandising objectives using displays.
• Submit weekly activity reports and daily reports via tablet.

Skills

Valid US state-issued driver’s license

Ability to drive long distances

Flexibility and adaptability

Manual dexterity

Basic tablet technology usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Overview

Location: Cape Cod, MA. Flexible schedules available. This is a remote position; candidates must be comfortable traveling to each of the store locations. The role requires driving a personal vehicle 55-95 miles per day in the assigned territory. Mileage is reimbursed at 62 cents per mile (no car allowance).

A Part-Time role as a Territory Sales Associate (TSA) involves representing major brands, building displays, increasing distribution of top selling items, and replenishing permanent secondary displays.

Work Schedule

This position is Continuous Part-Time, working 20-25 hours per week. On average, a TSA will visit between 6-10+ accounts per day. Flexible schedules are based on personal needs, territory needs, and store presence for key decision makers. Core hours are 6:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise required by business needs.

Hourly starting rate: $15.50 - $16.50 per hour. Rate may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Sell and maintain 100% distribution of all authorized Hershey items in the assigned territory. Ensure flawless retail execution of Headquarter Sales and Merchandising Plans (Retail Execution Plan) with various retailers.
• Achieve all merchandising objectives through effective use of Permanent Secondary Displays and other display vehicles defined in the Retail Execution Plan.
• Report weekly activity, expenses, account changes, promotions and all administrative functions within the assigned territory.
• Report daily activities through the use of tablets, submitting at end of each day.
• Responsible for Sales Territory – varies due to territory size, number of retailers, and location.

Job Requirements

• Must have a valid US state-issued driver’s license
• Must have a personal vehicle in sound operating condition
• MUST maintain personal auto insurance with minimum coverage of $100,000 per person/$100,000 per accident/$100,000 property damage, policy must permit business use
• Must reside or be willing to commute within the territory boundaries as listed in the job description
• Must be able to drive long distances to make multiple sales calls daily
• Must be able to lift 10-40 lbs. regularly with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop and demonstrate manual dexterity regularly with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to use tablet technology
• Must have daily access to wireless internet
• Must have flexibility and adaptability to changes in territory coverage
• Availability to work 20-25 hours per week
• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience: 3-4 years food merchandising is preferred but not required

Interested in representing brands like Reese’s, Hershey’s Kisses, Twizzlers, and Jolly Ranchers in your spare time? Apply today — we’d love to hear from you!