Retail Sales Representative - Bloomington or Columbus, IN

General Mills, Inc.; Bloomington, Northern (IN, KY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fleet Eligible—company car option

Gas card provided

Up to 15 vacation days + 11 holidays

401(k) matching

Health insurance (medical, dental, vis

Vision and life insurance

Job summary

General Mills is seeking a Retail Sales Representative to drive in-store execution, maximize incremental sales, and build partnerships with key decision makers across a defined territory in Bloomington/Columbus, IN. You will manage field selling, analytics, and executional excellence to deliver strong sales results.

The role requires strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, plus the ability to work independently and travel within the territory.

Qualifications

• Must live within 30-mile radius of Bloomington/Columbus, IN areas.
• Passion to sell/represent General Mills and our top consumer food brands.
• A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient ability to use tablets (iPad) and Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• FIELD SELLING (70% of time) Maximize incremental sales and displays based on in-store observations and selling into key decision makers.
• PROBLEM SOLVING & ANALYTICS (10% of time) Develop selling skills and product knowledge through field experiences and use data to drive store-level sales.
• EXECUTIONAL EXCELLENCE (20% of time) Take ownership for results, understand customer needs, link brand priorities to store opportunities, and drive retail displays.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tablet usage (iPad)

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Retail Sales Representative (RSR) delivers a competitive advantage for General Mills with the core mission of maximizing incremental sales and profitability. This role drives unparalleled in-store execution of selling, merchandising/display and distribution initiatives across a geographical area.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• FIELD SELLING (70% of time) Maximize incremental sales and displays based on in-store observations and selling into key decision makers Deliver sales results exhibiting superior sales and negotiation skills Develop and maintain partnerships with key decision makers within territory in order to overcome objections and maximize sales results
• PROBLEM SOLVING & ANALYTICS (10% of time) Develop foundational selling skills and product knowledge through immersive field experiences Utilize analytical data to drive sales at store level Prepare for retail sales calls by gathering relevant store, product, and market data to create effective selling presentations for key decision makers
• EXECUTIONAL EXCELLENCE (20% of time) Take personal accountability and ownership for results, and deeply understand customer needs Understand GMI products, categories, and brand priorities and how to link those to store opportunities Communicate market insights from the store level to management Leverage point of sale materials to drive incremental displays Successfully execute NRO retail priorities, through results-driven retail coverage

LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS

Model General Mills leadership behaviors and values to foster an inclusive environment, embrace a learning and growth mindset, and demonstrate personal accountability

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Fleet Eligible Can opt in to receive a company car or join the car allowance program
• A gas card is also provided when selecting the company car
• Up to 15 days of vacation annually (prorated based on start date) and 11 paid company holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance - Includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• AND much more!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must live in 30-mile radius of the Bloomington or Columbus, IN areas or willing to self-relocate within 30 days of start
• Passion to sell/represent General Mills and our top consumer food brands
• A valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Relevant work experience with a High School Diploma/equivalent
• Proficient ability to use tablets (i.e. iPad) and Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external partners
• Strong problem-solving, analytic, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Majority of the time will be spent in customer stores Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 24 pounds while using the appropriate lifting techniques and safety rules Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and some climbing of ladders at store level

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Industry experience in sales, customer-facing sales, or other relevant experience
• Ability to build relationships with key decision-makers across an organization
• Bachelor’s Degree

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

International relocation or international remote working arrangements will not be considered. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

급여 범위

급여 범위 이 직책의 급여 범위는 다음과 같습니다. $45,800 - $63,100 Annual General Mills에서는 구성원의 경력에 따라 현재 직무에 대한 성과와 기술을 반영하여 급여를 지급하고자 노력합니다. 이 직무의 급여 범위는 학력, 기술, 경력, 인증 등을 포함하되 이에 국한되지 않고 채용 결정에 고려되는 수많은 요소를 나타냅니다. 따라서 합격자의 급여는 명시된 범위 내에서 결정될 수 있습니다.

General Mills는 기본 급여 외에도 전반적인 복지에 초점을 맞춘 경쟁력 있는 종합 보상 패키지를 제공합니다. 우리는 건강 혜택, 은퇴 및 재정적 복지, 휴가 프로그램, 복지 지원 및 부가 혜택의 토대를 제공하게 되어 자랑스럽게 생각합니다. 혜택은 직무, 국가, 지역, 노조 여부 및 기타 고용 상태 요인에 따라 달라질 수 있습니다. 귀하는 연간 인센티브 프로그램 참여 대상이 될 수도 있습니다. 인센티브 지급 여부는 개인 및 조직 성과 등 다양한 요인에 따라 달라집니다.

자격 요건 지원자는 만 18세 이상이어야 합니다.

평등한 고용 기회 제공 기업(EOE) General Mills는 평등한 고용 기회를 제공하는 기업입니다. 자격을 갖춘 모든 지원자는 인종, 피부색, 종교, 신조, 성별, 성적 지향, 성 정체성, 출신 국가, 연령, 장애, 재향군인 여부, 혼인 여부 또는 가족 구성, 공공 지원 수급 여부, 지역 인권 위원회 소속 또는 활동 여부와 관계없이 고용 심사 대상이 됩니다.

새로운 가능성. 대담한 사고. 진실된 마음. 탁월한 사람들과 함께 탁월한 브랜드를 만듭니다. General Mills는 전 세계가 사랑하는 식품을 만듭니다. 100여 개 시장에 걸쳐서 우리는 힘을 합쳐 새로운 제품을 개발하고, 혁신을 주도하며, 함께 성장해 나갑니다. 이곳에서 여러분은 선의를 추구하는 기업에서 의미 있는 일을 하며 식품 산업의 미래를 이끌어 나갈 수 있습니다.