Retail Coverage Merchandiser

Acosta Sales & Marketing; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Retail Coverage Merchandiser, where you'll optimize product visibility and drive sales in retail stores. This role involves conducting store visits, collaborating with store managers, and utilizing technology for data collection. You'll enjoy a flexible schedule with no weekend work and be part of a collaborative team that values culture and community. With a full benefits package for full-time associates, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career while making a significant impact in the retail sector. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about customer service, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401k program

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program

Flexible schedules with no weekend work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required with strong communication and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct store visits to ensure merchandising coverage goals are met.
• Utilize technology for data collection and maintain product display standards.
• Build relationships with store managers to increase sales for clients.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Tablet

Job description

Retail Coverage Merchandiser

General Information

Company: ACO-US

Location: WALDORF, Maryland, 20601

Ref #: 71494

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

As the Retail Coverage Merchandiser, you'll be responsible for optimizing product visibility and driving sales in retail stores. Your duties include conducting store visits, collaborating with store managers, utilizing technology for data collection and maintaining product display standards. You'll provide retail sales merchandising, complete special projects, and build strong relationships with store managers to help increase sales for our clients.

What’s in it for you?

• Be a part of a collaborative and culture-oriented team.

• Enjoy flexible schedules with no weekend work.

• Full benefits package for Full-Time associates.

What will you do?

• Cover a set territory of retailers, ensuring merchandising coverage goals are met through regular store visits.

• Support store managers on retail initiatives such as new product introductions and contests.

• Work with technology, including a company-furnished tablet, to collect and report data from store visits.

• Ensure full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts, including cleaning, stocking, rotating, and pricing merchandise.

• Conduct audits to check data codes ensure adherence to approved plan-o-grams, and report observations to the Unit Manager.

• Consult with management, meet objectives and goals, and report store-level observations related to client product and customer needs.

• Advocate for clients through identifying sales opportunities, shelf work and building relationships with store managers.

• Ensure merchandising coverage goals are met by executing the retail territory coverage plan.

How will you succeed?

• Adhere to store policies and procedures while representing the clients you serve as an expert.

• Be detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy and precision in tasks such as product display and audits.

• Prioritize customer service, building positive relationships with store managers and customers.

• Communicate effectively with team members, management, and clients, ensuring clear and concise communication.

• Be comfortable using technology, such as a tablet, for data collection and reporting.

• Be able to work without a supervisor, have strong communication skills and manage time effectively.

Experience and Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.

• Prior retail experience preferred, but not required.

• Strong demonstration of core competency including quality commitment, attention to detail, customer service, and communication skills.

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand and/or walk for long periods.

• Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive a car for extended periods.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

So, are you the next Retail Coverage Merchandiser?