Territory Sales Merchandising Associate - Flexible Hours

Acosta; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Acosta is seeking a Customer Manager Associate to cover a designated market with wall-to-wall sales coverage, building relationships with store managers and buyers. The role involves promoting programs, securing shelf placement, and reporting results to the Sales Manager.

Applicants should have a Bachelor Degree or equivalent, sales experience, and solid skills in Outlook and Excel. The position is full-time, on-site, with a salary range noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience.
• Sales experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Outlook and Excel for work management.

Responsibilities

• Sell promotional programs for displays at independent natural retailers.
• Develop relationships with store managers and buyers through impeccable communication and follow through.
• Obtain distribution and placement of client new items via distributors such as UNFI/Kehe.
• Identify and correct voids; merchandize for best shelf placement.
• Attend retailer resets and complete audits and pricing surveys.
• Communicate competitive and market activity to management; report results using supplied technology.

Skills

Sales experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Acosta is seeking a Customer Manager Associate to cover a designated market with wall-to-wall sales coverage, building relationships with store managers and buyers. The role involves promoting programs, securing shelf placement, and reporting results to the Sales Manager.

Applicants should have a Bachelor Degree or equivalent, sales experience, and solid skills in Outlook and Excel. The position is full-time, on-site, with a salary range noted in the posting.