Sr Representative Retail Execution

The Hershey Company; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible working options

Job summary

The Hershey Company in Bentonville, AR is seeking a Sr Representative Retail Execution to manage recurring retail operations, deliver reports, and support sales initiatives with Walmart. You will bridge the Retail Team and leaders, lead small projects, and organize materials for business planning to improve in-store coverage and execution.

A Bachelor's degree and 1+ year of experience are required; the role offers a competitive total rewards package and opportunities to influence retail strategy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Data Analytics, or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong project management and communication skills; detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to coordinate across stakeholders in a fast-paced sales and retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned retail execution and sales operations tasks to ensure timely delivery.
• Prepare reports and insights to identify opportunities to maximize retail coverage and sales.
• Coordinate communication across the Retail Team, Area Sales Directors, Regional Sales Leaders, and the Hershey Walmart Sales Team.
• Lead smaller projects and support larger initiatives, including regional surveys and events.
• Support field execution through participation in Retail Leadership Meetings, REMs, Market Tours, and other key retail activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes and apply established procedures and best practices.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Data Analytics, or equivalent relevant experience

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Sr Representative Retail Execution

Requisition Number: 131050

Retail Execution Analyst

Location

Bentonville, AR

Why Hershey

At The Hershey Company, we make more moments of goodness through some of the world's most iconic brands, including Hershey's, Reese's, Kit Kat®, Jolly Rancher, Twizzlers, Dot's Pretzels, Lesser Evil and more. Our team supports a global portfolio of over 90 brands, creating opportunities to shape strategies and drive impact across a breadth of businesses that few companies can offer. While many organizations focus on a handful of brands, Hershey provides exposure to a diverse portfolio of category-leading brands enjoyed by consumers around the world. What truly sets us apart is our legacy. Inspired by Milton Hershey's belief that business should create opportunity for others, we have been making a positive impact for more than a century through our commitment to communities, philanthropy, and our longstanding partnership with Milton Hershey School. When you join Hershey, you become part of a company where purpose, growth, and making a difference are woven into how we do business every day.

How will you fit in the big picture?

The Retail Execution Analyst supports the Walmart Team by delivering key retail execution and sales operations activities that drive strong in-store performance. In this role, you will manage recurring operational processes, develop reporting and insights, coordinate communication across the Retail organization, and support projects that help maximize retail coverage and sales.

You will serve as a key connection point between the Retail Team, Area Sales Directors, Regional Sales Leaders, and the Hershey Walmart Sales Team while building a strong understanding of Hershey's sales processes, tools, and retail execution strategies.

What will you do?

Own assigned retail execution and sales operations tasks and recurring processes, ensuring accurate and timely delivery.

Prepare reports, insights, and business materials that help identify opportunities to maximize retail coverage, execution, and sales performance.

Coordinate communication between the Retail Team, Area Sales Directors, Regional Sales Leaders, and the Hershey Walmart Sales Team.

Support Walmart Business Planning Sessions by organizing materials, collecting relevant data, and preparing information needed by the team.

Lead smaller projects and support larger initiatives, including regional surveys, special events, retail programs, and project rollouts.

Support field execution through preparation for and participation in Retail Leadership Meetings, REMs, Market Tours, and other key retail activities.

Identify opportunities to improve operational processes and apply established procedures and best practices to resolve routine business needs.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Experience: 1+ years of relevant experience.

Skills: Strong project management, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills; attention to detail; ability to coordinate across stakeholders and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced sales and retail environment.

Benefits and Perks

At Hershey, we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security, and life outside of work.

Health & Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus wellness programs that support your physical and mental health begin on Day 1.

Financial Security: Competitive pay, annual incentive opportunities, and a 401(k) with company match.

Time Off & Flexibility: Paid time off, company holidays, and flexible ways of working where applicable.

Growth & Development: Career development programs, learning opportunities, and internal mobility.

Benefits may vary based on role, location, and eligibility.

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $63840 to $79800per year. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of job‑related factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skill set, education, and training. In addition to a market-competitive base salary, our Total Rewards package includes performance‑based incentives and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support overall physical, mental, and financial well‑being (as applicable). Learn more about Hershey’s benefits and all the resources Hershey provides to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well‑being by visiting the Hershey Digital Employee Experience at www.askHRbenefits.hersheys.com

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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