Retail Sales Representative - Lake Worth Beach, FL

General Mills Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 46,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fleet eligibility

Company car option / car allowance

Gas card

Job summary

General Mills Inc. is seeking a Retail Sales Representative to maximize in-store sales, drive merchandising/display execution, and manage distribution initiatives across the local territory in Florida.

You will interact with store decision makers, deliver compelling selling presentations, and apply POS materials to boost incremental displays. The role emphasizes field selling, problem-solving, and executional excellence, with a strong emphasis on independence, relationship-building, and

Qualifications

• Must live within 15-mile radius of Lake Worth Beach or Delray Beach, FL
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• High School Diploma/equivalent required
• Proficient with tablets and MS Excel & PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence

Responsibilities

• Maximize incremental sales and displays based on in-store observations and selling into key decision makers
• Deliver sales results with superior negotiation skills
• Develop and maintain partnerships with key decision makers within territory
• Leverage point of sale materials to drive incremental displays
• Execute NRO retail priorities with territory coverage

Skills

Sales drive

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Tablet use (iPad)

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 15-mile radius of the Lake Worth Beach or Delray Beach, FL 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.**RANGO SALARIAL**El rango salarial para este puesto es:$45,800 - $63,100 AnnualEn General Mills, buscamos que la compensación de cada empleado, en cada etapa de su carrera, refleje su experiencia, desempeño y las habilidades requeridas para su puesto actual. El rango salarial de este puesto tiene en cuenta diversos factores, como la formación, las habilidades, la experiencia profesional y las certificaciones. Por ello, la compensación del candidato seleccionado podrá ubicarse en cualquier punto dentro del rango establecido. Además del salario base, General Mills ofrece un paquete competitivo de Total Rewards centrado en tu bienestar integral. Nos enorgullece ofrecer una base de beneficios de salud, jubilación y bienestar financiero, programas de tiempo libre, apoyo para el bienestar y otros beneficios. Los beneficios pueden variar según el puesto, país, región, convenio colectivo y otras condiciones laborales. También podrías ser elegible para participar en un programa de incentivos anuales. El incentivo, en caso de aplicarse, dependerá de diversos factores, incluidos el desempeño individual y el desempeño de la organización.