Retail Training Specialist

Acosta Sales & Marketing; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Acosta Group is seeking a part-time Retail Training Specialist to deliver training programs to field merchandisers across designated territories. You will conduct hands-on coaching, support store visits, and update training materials to reflect product changes and campaigns.

The role requires travel within the territory, proficiency with mobile apps, and comfort with both in-person and virtual sessions. A high school diploma and valid driver's license are required, with weekends occasional work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior retail training or experience preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Available for occasional weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training programs and materials for field merchandisers, including manuals and presentations.
• Travel up to 75 miles within the territory.
• Conduct on-site and virtual training to educate on standards and campaigns.
• Train on product placement, signage, and display techniques to maximize impact.
• Provide coaching and feedback during store visits to close performance gaps.
• Collaborate with field managers to identify training needs and prioritize skill development.
• Monitor training effectiveness through metrics and feedback.
• Update training materials for product changes and trends.
• Support launches and store resets with timely sessions and resources.
• Serve as SME on merchandising best practices and competitor activities.

Skills

Smartphone proficiency

Email & messaging apps

E-learning platforms

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Retail Training Specialist

General Information

Company: PRE-US

Location: HARTFORD, Connecticut, 06103

Ref #: 78846

Pay Rate: $ 16.94

Experience/skills and/or location may influence position wage rate

Range Minimum: $ 16.94

Range Maximum: $ 16.94

Function: Merchandising

Employment Duration: Part-time

Description and Requirements

A Retail Training Specialist is responsible for delivering training programs to field merchandisers to ensure consistent implementation of merchandising standards, product knowledge, and brand representation across designated territories. This role involves conducting hands‑on training and providing ongoing support to enhance the performance and productivity of field managers.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary with a benefits package.

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

What will you do?

• Deliver comprehensive training programs and materials for field merchandisers, including manuals, presentations, and visual aids.

• Travel up to 75 miles within the assigned territory.

• Conduct on‑site and virtual training sessions to educate field merchandisers on standards, product features, and promotional campaigns.

• Train field merchandisers on product placement, signage, and display techniques to maximize visual impact and sales.

• Provide hands‑on coaching and feedback during store visits to reinforce training concepts and address performance gaps.

• Collaborate with field managers to identify training needs and prioritize skill development areas.

• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness through metrics, observations, and feedback.

• Update training materials based on product changes, guidelines, and industry trends.

• Support new product launches and store resets with timely training sessions and resources.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on merchandising best practices, trends, and competitor activities.

• Foster a positive learning environment and culture of continuous improvement among field merchandisers.

• Cover open territories executing client‑specific work.

How will you succeed?

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Be a self‑starter, quick learner, detail‑oriented, flexible, and agile in adapting to various tasks and situations.

• Able to effectively communicate with others.

Experience and Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.

• Prior retail experience and/or retail training experience is preferred.

• Proficient in operating a smartphone and apps, sending/receiving emails, sending/receiving text messages, E‑learning platforms.

• Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and be available for occasional weekend work.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Have good vision and the ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, and kneel.

• Be willing and able to work in cold environments conditions.

The tasks performed by Premium Reset Teams are very physical and require constant movement and lifting. If you're ready, we're ready. Let's do this.

So, are you Premium’s next Retail Training Specialist?

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