Sales Representative Merchandiser

Cordialsa USA; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Cordialsa USA is seeking a Sales Representative Merchandiser to drive sales growth across Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus, OH, with weekly travel to Louisville, KY. The role requires merchandising, customer service, and in-store execution at assigned retail locations.

The SRM will manage product visibility, pricing accuracy, and planogram compliance while building strong relationships with store personnel. A physically active role in a field environment is expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in sales, merchandising, customer service, or account management
• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently on a route-based territory
• Comfort in a physically active retail environment

Responsibilities

• Execute store routes and service retail accounts across Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus, OH, including weekly travel to Louisville, KY
• Support sales growth by identifying opportunities and providing professional customer service
• Execute merchandising activities, including stocking shelves and secondary displays
• Ensure correct product placement, pricing accuracy, and compliance with company planograms
• Service assigned store routes according to established schedules and territory plans
• Recommend order quantities to support product availability and rotation
• Record and track in-store activities using company-approved digital systems
• Support returns management process when applicable
• Assist in onboarding new customers, including presenting product information and supporting required documentation
• Set up promotional materials, POP displays, and SKU labeling
• Take photo documentation of store execution and merchandising activities
• Monitor inventory levels, verify pricing accuracy, and report discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with planogram and merchandising standards
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Sales experience

Merchandising

Customer service

Account management

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Mobile reporting tools

Job description

SALES REPRESENTATIVE MERCHANDISER

Location: Cincinnati, OH (Multi-City Route: Dayton, Columbus & Louisville, KY)

Job Type: Full-time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sales Representative Merchandiser (SRM) is responsible for driving sales growth and supporting customer relationships by promoting and merchandising Cordialsa USA products at assigned retail locations within the territory. This role covers the Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus, OH markets, with required weekly travel to Louisville, KY (approximately once per week). The ideal candidate must be comfortable managing a multi-market route, processing sales with store managers, executing in-store merchandising standards, maintaining product visibility and availability, and fostering positive working relationships with store personnel in accordance with company guidelines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute store routes and service retail accounts across Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus, OH, including weekly travel to Louisville, KY.
• Support sales growth by identifying opportunities and providing professional customer service
• Execute merchandising activities, including stocking shelves and secondary displays
• Ensure correct product placement, pricing accuracy, and compliance with company planograms
• Service assigned store routes according to established schedules and territory plans
• Recommend order quantities to support product availability and rotation, and coordinate with store personnel as needed
• Record and track in-store activities using company-approved digital systems
• Support returns management process when applicable, including proper identification and communication of returned products
• Assist in onboarding new customers, including presenting product information and supporting required documentation
• Set up promotional materials, point-of-purchase (POP) displays, and SKU labeling in accordance with guidelines
• Take photo documentation of store execution and merchandising activities as required
• Monitor inventory levels, support proper product rotation, verify pricing accuracy, and report discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with planogram and merchandising standards
• Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• 2+ years of experience in sales, merchandising, customer service, or account management (CPG, grocery, or retail experience preferred)
• Strong ability to build and maintain positive customer relationships in a field-based environment
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a route-based territory with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Comfort working in a physically active retail environment, including lifting, carrying, and moving merchandise up to 25 lbs
• Ability to stay active throughout the workday, including standing, walking, bending, and performing in-store tasks as needed
• Comfortable and safety-conscious when using ladders, carts, and standard retail equipment
• Basic proficiency with mobile devices and digital reporting tools (Microsoft Office experience a plus)

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship
• Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and proof of insurance required
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

SCHEDULE

• Monday through Friday
• 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m