Market Development Associate

KSC Foods, LLC; Tolleson (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 20.000 - 29.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Two weeks PTO annually

Nine paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 3%

Short-term and long-term disability

Company-provided life insurance

Vehicle allowance

Zusammenfassung

KSC Foods is seeking a motivated Market Development Associate to support sales growth and retail merchandising across an assigned field territory. This role executes sales initiatives, enhances product visibility, maintains merchandising standards, and builds strong relationships with retail partners.

The MDA collaborates with Field Sales Leaders and Independent Operators to ensure store-level execution, identifies opportunities, and supports customer satisfaction.

Qualifikationen

• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read product labels, pricing information, and merchandising instructions.
• Ability to use a personal smartphone, mobile applications, and electronic reporting systems.
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, reliable personal vehicle, and automobile insurance meeting Company requirements.
• Ability to lift and carry merchandise and display materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without accommodation.
• Preferred: bilingual English/Spanish and basic familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, Outlook.

Aufgaben

• Sell and execute established sales initiatives, including permanent display fixtures, weekly promotional displays, and seasonal merchandising programs.
• Build, install, replenish, and maintain product displays and merchandising materials.
• Ensure proper product placement, shelf stocking, product rotation, accurate pricing, and promotional signage.
• Identify store-level opportunities to increase product visibility, placement, and sales.
• Coordinate merchandising activities and product replenishment with Independent Operators.
• Develop positive working relationships with store management and retail personnel.
• Travel daily between assigned retail locations and independently manage store visits and priorities.
• Document store visits, merchandising activities, and sales initiatives using Company-approved mobile applications.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Product labeling literacy

Smartphone usage

Driving / vehicle ownership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook)

Jobbeschreibung

• Location 1777 S 99th Ave Ste 100,Tolleson, AZ, 85353,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 / Hour
• Job Category Sales, Business Development, Customer Relationship Management
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Travel 100%
• Manage Others No

Contact information

Description

Market Development Associate (MDA)

KSC Foods | Full-Time | Field-Based

About the Position

KSC Foods is seeking a motivated, customer-focused Market Development Associate (MDA) to support sales growth and retail merchandising throughout an assigned territory. This field-based position executes established sales initiatives, increases product visibility, maintains merchandising standards, and builds strong relationships with retail partners.

The MDA works closely with Field Sales Leaders (FSLs) and Independent Operators (IOs) to ensure effective store-level execution, identify sales opportunities, and support customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Sell and execute established sales initiatives, including permanent display fixtures, weekly promotional displays, and seasonal merchandising programs.

Build, install, replenish, and maintain product displays and merchandising materials.

Ensure proper product placement, shelf stocking, product rotation, accurate pricing, and promotional signage.

Identify store-level opportunities to increase product visibility, placement, and sales.

Coordinate merchandising activities and product replenishment with Independent Operators.

Develop positive working relationships with store management and retail personnel.

Travel daily between assigned retail locations and independently manage store visits and priorities.

Document store visits, merchandising activities, and sales initiatives using Company-approved mobile applications.

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently, manage daily schedules, and meet established expectations.

Basic understanding of retail sales and merchandising practices, or willingness to learn.

Ability to read product labels, pricing information, and merchandising instructions and perform basic calculations.

Ability to use a personal smartphone, mobile applications, and electronic reporting systems.

Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, reliable personal vehicle, and automobile insurance meeting Company requirements.

Ability to lift and carry merchandise and display materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in retail sales, grocery merchandising, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or field merchandising. Experience with promotional displays, retail resets, and store-level customer relationships is desirable. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish and basic familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, are preferred.

Schedule & Travel

Schedule: Full-time, generally Monday–Friday, with occasional early morning, evening, weekend, or holiday work based on business needs.

Location: Field-based; daily travel between retail customer locations within an assigned territory.

Transportation: A reliable personal vehicle is required for business travel.

Travel: Occasional out-of-territory or overnight travel may be required.

Compensation: $18.00 per hour

KSC Foods offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, including:

• Two weeks of paid time off (PTO) annually
• Nine paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching contributions
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-provided life insurance
• Vehicle allowance in accordance with Company policy

Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements and Company plan provisions.

Join KSC Foods

Join a growing food distribution company serving retail communities throughout the Southwest. Help bring our products to customers by building strong retail relationships, creating effective displays, and supporting sales growth.

KSC Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.