Company Description At Acosta, we work with major consumer brands (CPG). Our RetailCoverage Merchandisers represent our customer and clients in retaillocations where you shop. We execute product placement throughplan-o-grams, (including) void corrections, stock rotation, buildingdisplays, and completing surveys and audits. We are a company ofexceptional people who take pride in the clients and customers werepresent and no day is ever the same!Are you a self-starter with strong attention to detail? Do you workwell in independent situations? Candidates with previous retail or salesexperience, outgoing personality and the ability to build relationshipshave success with Acosta!Job DescriptionWe are seeking self-motivated individuals who can create solutions and have the ability to:Work with technology collecting data from store visits with a company furnished tablet.Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts.Clean, stock, rotate and price merchandise, as appropriate.Perform audits such as checking date codes and ensuring adherence to approved modular/plan-o-grams.Retain knowledge of ordering and pick procedures for the retailer.Consult with management in a timely manner, meet objectives andgoals as assigned, and report store level observations related to clientproduct and Customer needs.Create additional sales opportunities based on back-room stock;Client Nars question opportunities or Client Special orders/palletprogram.Distribute mailings including Client Coupon/POS/POP, to stores within territory.Assess and prioritize work-loads based on store assignment and client needs.Represent Acosta in a professional manner and follow company dress code policy.Other duties as assigned by your manager.QualificationsRetail or Sales Experience HelpfulHigh School Diploma/GEDExperience utilizing technology (i.e. Smart Phones and handheld devices)Ability to access the internet, operate a computer, and be familiar with Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word and ExcelMust be able to lift up to 60 pounds, stand and walk for longperiods of time, and lift and bend to low/high levels in order to reachproduct.Must have a valid driver's license; and have reliabletransportation with the ability to drive a car for an extended period oftime.This position requires that you drive on behalf of Acosta Sales& Marketing, and as such, any DUI/DWI conviction in the past 36months will be an immediate disqualifier for this positionStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to clearlycommunicate verbally and written with others, read, comprehend, andexecute documented instructions.Must be willing and able to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores).Must be flexible and willing to participate in ongoing trainingsto accommodate the changing needs of the business to ensure yoursuccess.Must work well in a team environment, use time efficiently, and demonstrate initiative to accomplish assigned tasks.Must follow Company policy of, including but not limited to,timely submission of expense reimbursement, and verification of workhours in ATLAS.Maintain confidentiality of client and Company information.Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAdditional Informationhttp://acosta.jobs/denison-ia/retail-coverage-merchandiser-wpt-pt/F4E3CABEF9BF40ECBD8E9BB9C3CA050A/job/
