Outside Sales Representative

Acosta, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401k program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ACO-US in Memphis, TN is hiring an Outside Sales Representative to drive sales and build Danone brand presence in the assigned territory. You will engage customers, perform sales and merchandising activities, and maintain promotional displays while delivering a positive field customer experience.

The role focuses on achieving sales targets, expanding distribution, and reporting sales performance to internal teams. Strong communication and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in outside sales or field sales is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Knowledge of consumer packaged goods and retail environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell CPG products within the assigned territory.
• Drive sales growth and increase product distribution.
• Merchandise displays and support promotional events in stores.
• Build relationships with store personnel and client stakeholders to boost in-store sales.

Skills

Outside Sales

CPG

Retail

Territory Sales

Merchandising

Communication

Job description

Outside Sales Representative

General Information

Company: ACO-US

Location: MEMPHIS, Tennessee, 38117

Ref #: 135828

Pay Rate: $ 20.00

Experience/skills and/or location may influence position wage rate

Range Minimum: $ 20.00

Range Maximum: $ 20.00

Function: Merchandising

Employment Duration: Full-time

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• 401k program
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program

Description and Requirements

The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for driving sales growth and Danone brand presence within an assigned territory by engaging customers, performing sales and merchandising activities, while building strong relationships. This role focuses on achieving dynamic sales targets, increasing product distribution, supporting and maintaining promotional and display presence and delivering positive customer experience in a field-based environment.

Why Join Acosta?

• Competitive salary + paid training.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Health, vision, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, 401(k), and more are available.
• Full time, daytime schedule working Mon - Fri between the hours of 7am - 5pm
• Employee Referral Bonus! Share our opportunities with your friends and family

What You’ll Do:

• Drive sales performance by promoting and selling consumer packaged goods (CPG) products and merchandising within assigned territory.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, store personnel and client stakeholders to drive in store sales growth.
• Execute merchandising standards including displays and promotions.
• Participate in in-store sales events and promotional events.
• Identify new sales opportunities and expand product distribution.
• Manage assigned territory through effective routing and prioritization.
• Communicate sales performance insights to internal teams and clients.
• Complete reporting and administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and merchandising standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all products sold and new product launches.
• Keep management informed of store issues, competitive activity, and market trends.
• Ensure full product distribution and display in all assigned accounts.
• Document and report activities, including sales results, merchandising, and store observations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be comfortable using a smart device with multiple apps.
• Ability to work independently under remote supervision with integrity and professionalism.
• Physical ability to occasionally lift 25 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Must have reliable transportation and willingness to travel to multiple stores in a territory.
• Must be willing to transport required materials.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: outside sales, CPG industry, retail or field sales, and/or territory/route sales & merchandising.
• Retail and/or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills are required.

This job posting covers the general job duties for this position and does not imply that these are the only tasks required. The Acosta Group’s Talent Acquisition Team will go over any questions you have regarding the above during the interview process.

The Acosta Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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