Retailer Relationship and Execution Specialist

Acosta, Inc.; Belleville (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401k program

Generous PTO

Mileage supplement program

Job summary

Acosta Group is hiring a Retailer Relationship & Execution Specialist to drive On-Shelf availability, Display Execution, Open Sales and Product Ordering across up to 60 stores in Belleville, MI. You will partner with store managers, build strong store-level relationships, and use data to boost Gillette placement while resolving stock issues.

The role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, salaried with full benefits including PTO, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) and mileage supplement, with travel

Qualifications

• 1+ years of consumer-packaged goods experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; degree preferred.
• Proven ability to build relationships and overcome obstacles to improve sales.

Responsibilities

• Partner with store managers to resolve product access issues.
• Build and maintain relationships with store leadership and associates to achieve goals.
• Increase shelf presence of Gillette products and resolve stock issues.
• Utilize data to identify issues and implement actionable solutions within territory.
• Travel within assigned territory to manage stores and report results.
• Follow policies while maintaining a professional in-store presence.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

General Information

Company: ACO-US

Location: BELLEVILLE, Michigan, 48111

Ref #: 134601

Pay Rate: $ 17.98

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

Range Minimum: $ 17.98

Range Maximum: $ 22.11

Function: Merchandising

Employment Duration: Full-time

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• 401k program
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program

Description And Requirements

The Retailer Relationship & Execution Specialist provides service with an “owners” mindset to achieve great results for On-Shelf availability, Display Execution, Open Sales, Product Ordering, Image Recognition, Inventory Accuracy, Plan-o-Gram Compliance, and Data Collection through store coverage in an assigned territory of up to 60 stores. Building strong relationships with KDMs at the retail store level and beyond will be key to your success. This role will represent Gillette on behalf of Acosta and adhere to company principals, while meeting the objectives set by their manager and the client at a superior level.

What's in it for you?

• Job stability and a flexible schedule between Monday-Friday, normal business/retail hours
• Salaried position with consistent pay (no clocking in/out or hourly tracking)
• Paid time off and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
• Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling and support resources.
• Opportunity to work with leading brands and top retailers in your assigned territory.
• Mileage supplement program included.

What will you do?

• Partner with store managers to resolve product access issues (e.g., locked inventory)
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store leadership and associates to successfully achieve all goals and objectives
• Increase the shelf presence of Gillette products and resolve out-of-stock issues.
• Use your professional negotiation skills to overcome obstacles at store level
• Execute merchandising plans, including product placement and promotional activities.
• Utilize data to identify issues and implement actionable solutions within the territory.
• Travel within the assigned territory to manage store locations, document visits, and report on results.
• Follow all company and client policies while maintaining a professional presence in-store.

How will you succeed?

• Demonstrate persuasive presentation skills, resilience, determination, and flexibility.
• Take a hands-on, ownership approach to problem-solving and execution at the store level.
• Build relationships quickly and maintain consistent communication with store leadership.
• Utilize Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) to track, report, and manage performance.
• Exhibit professionalism, energy, passion, and a proactive approach to overcoming shelf availability challenges.
• Successfully complete 4-6 store visits per day,18-22 visits per week
• Meet or exceed all goals and expectations presented by the client.
• Work full-time, Monday-Friday during normal business hours
• Possess and maintain the physical ability to perform all assigned tasks.
• Exhibit and maintain a professional appearance within the business casual dress code.

Experience and Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) experience preferred. (Work/Vendor experience in Walmart preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; degree preferred.
• Physical ability to perform all job functions (standing, bending, lifting, climbing)
• Proven ability to build relationships and overcome obstacles to improve sales.
• Strong communication, analytical problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency across all Microsoft Office applications
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [e-mail]. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.

Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.

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