Retail Training Specialist

Acosta Group; Town of Huntington (NY); Vor Ort; USD 22.730; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative team environment

Zusammenfassung

A leading merchandising company is looking for a Retail Training Specialist to provide training and support for field merchandisers. This part-time role, located in Huntington, New York, involves delivering training programs and materials, traveling within assigned territories, and enhancing the performance of field personnel. Candidates should have a high school diploma and prior retail experience. This position offers competitive pay and the chance to work in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Prior retail experience and/or retail training experience is preferred.
• Proficient operating a smartphone and apps.

Aufgaben

• Deliver comprehensive training programs and materials to merchandisers.
• Conduct on-site and virtual training sessions.
• Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness.

Kenntnisse

Retail experience

Training experience

Mobile app proficiency

Ausbildung

High school diploma/GED

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Retail Training Specialist role at Acosta Group. Posting shows company as PRE-US. Location: Huntington, New York, 11743. Ref #: 78837. Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour. Employment Duration: Part-time. Function: Merchandising.

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 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 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.

Experience and Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Prior retail experience and/or retail training experience is preferred.
• Proficient 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, kneel.
• Be willing and able to work in cold environments.

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