Retail Training Specialist

Acosta, Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Acosta Group is seeking a Retail Training Specialist to deliver training programs to field merchandisers, ensuring consistent merchandising standards, product knowledge, and brand representation across territories. This role involves hands‑on training and ongoing support to enhance performance and productivity of field managers.

Travel up to 75 miles within territory; conduct on‑site and virtual trainings; update materials for product changes; support launches and store resets with timely

Qualifications

• Retail experience preferred and helpful for training field merchandisers.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Proficient with smartphones, apps, email and E‑learning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive training programs and materials for field merchandisers.
• Travel up to 75 miles within the assigned territory to conduct sessions.
• Conduct on-site and virtual training to educate on standards and campaigns.
• Coach field merchandisers and provide feedback to close performance gaps.
• Update training materials based on product changes and guidelines.
• Support new product launches and store resets with timely sessions.

Skills

Retail experience

Driver's license

Phone/Apps proficiency

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Smartphone apps

Job description

Retail Training Specialist

General Information

Company: PRE-US

Location: SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, 62701

Ref #: 84217

Pay Rate: $ 15.00

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

Range Minimum: $ 15.00

Range Maximum: $ 15.00

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.

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