Retail Coverage Merchandiser

Premium Retail Services; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retention bonus

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Premium Retail Services is seeking a dedicated Retail Coverage Merchandiser to service a portfolio of retailers across the Akron area. You will visit stores, install promotions, build displays, and ensure client standards are met.

The role offers full-time hours with flexible schedules and no weekend work, plus benefits including medical, dental, paid time off, and 401(k) matching. Reliable transportation and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, merchandising, or field marketing preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple stores independently and meet coverage goals.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Reliable transportation to reach all stores in your territory.

Responsibilities

• Cover a set territory of retailers to make store visits and ensure merchandising coverage goals are met.
• Install, place, and maintain promotional materials and product displays according to client standards.
• Build displays to showcase products and maintain their overall appearance.
• Consult with management, report store-level observations, and complete detailed call notes with photos using field technology.
• Share best practices and leverage support from teams nationwide through communication channels.

Skills

Retail experience

Merchandising

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Independent worker

Job description

Our Dedicated Retail Coverage Teams represent major brands within major grocery store chains by driving product availability. Your merchandising activties will connect customers with the brands they love. Flexible schedules and no weekend work.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive pay, retention bonus, and benefits including medical, dental, paid time off, and 401(k) matching for full-time associates.
• Discounts with top brands like General Motors, Microsoft, AT&T, Dell, General Electric, and more.
• Opportunities for advancement for high-performing team members.
• Flexible schedules with no weekend work.

What will you do?

• Cover a set territory of retailers to make store visits and ensure merchandising coverage goals are met.
• Install, place, and maintain promotional materials and product displays according to client standards.
• Build displays to showcase products and maintain their overall appearance.
• Consult with management, report store-level observations, and complete detailed call notes with photos using Acosta's field technology.
• Share best practices and leverage support from teams nationwide through communication channels and social media groups.

How will you succeed?

• Maintain a high percentage of compliance with merchandising standards across your territory.
• Know the products and effectively communicate their value to store personnel and customers.
• Exhibit an "owner's mentality" with a proactive and responsive attitude about your market.
• Build and leverage strong relationships with store associates, management, and internal teams.
• Work independently while effectively meeting coverage and client objectives.

Experience and Requirements:

• Retail, merchandising, or field marketing experience is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple stores in your route.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation to reach all stores in your territory.

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