Retail Coverage Merchandiser

VERA Security, Inc.; Kent (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail merchandising company based in Kent, Ohio, is seeking Retail Coverage Merchandisers. In this role, you will represent clients in retail stores, executing product placements and conducting surveys. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift 60 pounds. The position requires a valid driver's license and reliable transport. Flexibility and teamwork are essential. This role entails working in varying conditions, including cold environments.

Qualifications

• Retail or sales experience helpful.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and work in cold conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds, stand and walk for long periods, and lift and bend to low/high levels to reach product.
• Must have a valid driver’s license; reliable transportation to drive extended periods.
• This position requires driving on behalf of Acosta Sales & Marketing; DUI/DWI in past 36 months disqualifies.
• Strong interpersonal skills with clear verbal and written communication; read and execute documented instructions.
• Must be willing to work in extremely cold conditions (refrigerated/freezer sections).
• Must be flexible and participate in ongoing trainings to adapt to business needs.
• Must work well in a team, use time efficiently, and demonstrate initiative.
• Must follow company policy on expenses and verification of work hours in ATLAS.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and company information.

Responsibilities

• Execute product placement through plan-o-grams.
• Complete surveys and audits in retail locations.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and company information.

Skills

Retail or Sales Experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Technology utilization skills

Teamwork

Driver's license

Tech-savvy

Team player

Time management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Handheld devices

Smartphones

Job description

At Acosta, we work with major consumer brands (CPG). Our Retail Coverage Merchandisers represent our customer and clients in retail locations where you shop. We execute product placement through plan-o-grams, (including) void corrections, stock rotation, building displays, and completing surveys and audits. We are a company of exceptional people who take pride in the clients and customers we represent and no day is ever the same!

Qualifications

Retail or Sales Experience Helpful

High School Diploma/GED

Experience utilizing technology (i.e. Smart Phones and handheld devices)

Ability to access the internet, operate a computer, and be familiar with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word and Excel

Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds, stand and walk for long periods of time, and lift and bend to low/high levels in order to reach product.

Must have a valid driver’s license; and have reliable transportation with the ability to drive a car for an extended period of time.

This position requires that you drive on behalf of Acosta Sales & Marketing, and as such, any DUI/DWI conviction in the past 36 months will be an immediate disqualifier for this position

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly communicate verbally and written with others, read, comprehend, and execute documented instructions.

Must be willing and able to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores).

Must be flexible and willing to participate in ongoing trainings to accommodate the changing needs of the business to ensure your success.

Must work well in a team environment, use time efficiently, and demonstrate initiative to accomplish assigned tasks.

Must follow Company policy of, including but not limited to, timely submission of expense reimbursement, and verification of work hours in ATLAS.

Maintain confidentiality of client and Company information.