Instore Grocery Sales Representative/Merchandiser

Schraad Sales & Marketing; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Schraad Sales & Marketing Food Brokerage is seeking a full-time Instore Grocery Sales Representative/Merchandiser in the Springfield, IL area. The role focuses on delivering coverage across assigned retail territory, maintaining displays, and executing client-driven merchandising initiatives.

The ideal candidate will manage inventories, take photo updates, and report in real time using Go Spot Check and Paycom. Willingness to travel and strong communication with store personnel are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong interpersonal, decision making and leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication with staff and store personnel.
• Proficient with Computers, Smartphones, Tablets.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Have reliable vehicle, valid license, and insurance as required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 100% coverage in assigned retail territory per client plans.
• Maintain and rotate merchandise displays.
• Implement retail schematics and merchandising materials.
• Take photos using company device as requested.
• Execute retail initiatives (new item placement, price incentives, contests).
• Achieve new/existing item placements per standards and shelf guidelines.
• Record missions and times in Go Spot Check in real time.
• Use Go Spot Check to manage work assignments and documentation.
• Attend customer store sets and align shelving per objectives.
• Record expenses and time, submit vacation/sick time per policy.
• Report equipment issues promptly for resolution.
• Communicate with Schraad staff and store personnel about tasks and objectives.
• Check company email twice daily for updates.
• Participate in team sales meetings and shows as required.
• Travel is continual; may require overnight stays.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Customer service

Time management

Technology literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Go Spot Check

Paycom

Job description

Schraad Sales & Marketing Food Brokerage is seeking a full time Instore Grocery Sales Representative/Merchandiser in the Springfield, IL area.

At Schraad Sales & Marketing we value people as our most strategic and competitive asset. We are committed to the development of a performance driven culture that values our employees’ contributions, opinions, passions and creativity.

Schraad Sales & Marketing is dedicated to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We strive to attract the most talented candidates and brightest minds to join our team, and we are proud of our excellent benefit packages.

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a motivated, self-starter with a high level of organizational skills to work in a positive, client driven, team-based environment. Must be able to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with all levels of personnel within the Company.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Deliver 100% coverage every reporting cycle of assigned retail territory according to client frequency plans.
• Maintain merchandise displays by cleaning, stocking and rotating manufacturer’s product, as assigned.
• Implement retail schematics and merchandising materials, as assigned.
• Take photos as requested with company provided device, as assigned.
• Execute retail initiatives (new item placement, price incentives, contests, etc.), as assigned.
• Attain new and existing item placement according to client and/or customer shelf standards, conditions and speed to shelf guidelines.
• Report all Missions, Sets and Notes in Go Spot Check application in immediate and real time in conjunction with the actual performance of the work.
• Effectively and accurately work with Go Spot Check application to check schedule for work assignments, accept work assignments, receive work documentation and information, record work start and completion times.
• Attend customer store sets and set our client’s shelving sections to meet their marketing objectives.
• Record work expenses, work time and request all vacation and sick time accurately and timely in the Paycom system. Post all time accurately and in accordance with Company Policy prior to approving timecard for payment.
• Report any company-provided equipment issues in a timely manner for immediate resolution.
• Communicate effectively with Schraad staff and store personnel regarding tasks, sales activities and client objectives.
• Check company email twice daily for operational updates.
• Participate in team scheduled tasks such as retail sales meetings and food shows, as required.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor to the position/department.
• Continual travel is required. Travel may be outside the local area and include overnight stays.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must possess strong interpersonal, decision making and leadership skills
• Strong demonstration of organization skills, being extremely detail oriented, commitment to maintaining quality standards per company policy and high attention to customer service
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills in order to communicate effectively with Schraad staff and store personnel
• Proficient with using Technology (Computers, Smart Phone, Tablets)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point)
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and provide valid proof of insurance that meets company requirements
• Must have access to reliable high-speed internet

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to stand/walk for long periods of time; frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; frequent repetitive motions; working with hands/arms above head; talking, and hearing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and climb a ladder.

Preferred Skills

Retail Sales Experience Retail Merchandising Experience