Retail Sales Representative I

Brightstar Lottery; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Brightstar, a leading lottery company, is seeking a Retail Sales Representative I in Tyler, TX. You will drive sales growth by optimizing product inventory, executing sales strategies, and maintaining strong retailer relationships across an assigned territory including Longview, Gilmer, Gladewater, and Atlanta.

Extensive daytime travel with a company vehicle is required. The role requires a bachelor’s degree (preferred) in Business/Marketing or related field and at least 1 year of retail or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• At least 1 year of retail or wholesale sales experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; PowerPoint experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily route coverage within an assigned territory.
• Manage and optimize product inventory, displays, and in-store presentation.
• Adjust inventory mix through transfers or returns based on retailer needs and performance.
• Support the development and execution of sales plans to drive district-level growth.
• Ensure product availability meets retailer and customer demand at all points of distribution.
• Actively recruit new retailers to expand market presence and increase sales.
• Review sales performance and key metrics with retailers on a regular basis.
• Communicate and implement sales initiatives, organizational strategies, and best practices.
• Accurately follow all lottery procedures related to ticket pickup, transfer, return, and warehouse processing.
• Process instant ticket returns using retailer sales terminals per approved lottery procedures.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Respond promptly to retailer questions and follow up on issues as needed.
• Assist lottery personnel with troubleshooting and resolving ongoing retailer concerns.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with retailers, lottery personnel, and internal partners.
• Prepare reports and assist with data analysis as requested by Sales Management.
• Adhere to assigned route schedules and assist with additional projects as needed.

Skills

Retail sales

Communication

Time management

Independence

Drive for results

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Retail Sales Representative I

Location: Tyler, TX, US, 75701

Requisition ID: 19713

Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com .

Responsibilities

The Retail Sales Representative I is a customer-facing role responsible for driving sales growth within an assigned territory. This position supports retailers by optimizing product inventory, ensuring effective execution of sales strategies, and maintaining strong working relationships to maximize performance across retail locations.

Territory is: Longview, Gilmer, Gladewater and Atlanta. Candidate must live near territory.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily route coverage within an assigned territory
• Manage and optimize product inventory, displays, and in-store presentation
• Adjust inventory mix through transfers or returns based on retailer needs and performance
• Support the development and execution of sales plans to drive district-level growth
• Ensure product availability meets retailer and customer demand at all points of distribution
• Actively recruit new retailers to expand market presence and increase sales
• Review sales performance and key metrics with retailers on a regular basis
• Communicate and implement sales initiatives, organizational strategies, and best practices
• Accurately follow all lottery procedures related to ticket pickup, transfer, return, and warehouse processing
• Process instant ticket returns using retailer sales terminals per approved lottery procedures
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time
• Respond promptly to retailer questions and follow up on issues as needed
• Assist lottery personnel with troubleshooting and resolving ongoing retailer concerns
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with retailers, lottery personnel, and internal partners
• Prepare reports and assist with data analysis as requested by Sales Management
• Adhere to assigned route schedules and assist with additional projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in Business, Marketing, or a related field preferred
• At least one (1) year of retail or wholesale sales experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; PowerPoint experience is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adjust communication style for a variety of audiences
• Strong planning, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage territory responsibilities autonomously
• Must reside within the region of the assigned office
• Extensive daytime travel using a company-provided vehicle
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver’s license required

Success Profile

• Leading Complexity
• Leading People
• Leading the Business
• Leading Self

At Brightstar, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $44,533 - $89,066. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.

Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, identity theft insurance, and participation in our Employee Referral Bonus Program, which rewards eligible employees for helping bring great talent to Brightstar. For details on referral bonus eligibility and program guidelines, visit our Employee Referral Bonus Program Policy (https://myhr.employee.eu.people-doc.com/articles/global-talent-acquisition-global-employee-referral-program-policy) . Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.

All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.

IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.