Part Time Retail Sales Merchandiser Job in Altoona, Pennsylvania US
Part Time Retail Sales Merchandiser
Advantage Sales and Marketing, LLC (ASM) is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in Outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. ASM services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today. Job Purpose The Retail Sales Merchandiser (RSM) is responsible for servicing and selling to retail accounts within an assigned territory to ensure Client standards are met and volume is increased. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, ambitious, and driven to succeed. This person should also have strong communication skills with the confidence to influence key decision makers at store level. They must possess excellent organizational skills and have the ability to work independently. Job Responsibilities Store Call Coverage: must have the ability to manage time and prioritize. Distribution: will work to meet Client and Company objectives by maintaining full distribution on existing SKUs. Customer Relations: must have the ability to communicate effectively both internally with ASM management and externally with all Customers. Sales and Merchandising: will maintain Client objectives by ensuring secondary placements of product(s) are fully stocked, correctly signed, properly faced, and set to schematics. Shelf Standards and Conditions: will work on the authorization of items to meet Client shelf schematic standards. Must be able to take direction regarding tagging, rotating, and placing POS materials for products on shelf. Territory Management: ability to build rapport with Clients and Customers alike. Must be prepared to field questions and proactively develop plans of action in regards to resolving issues. Client Audits: ability to prepare for and respond to audits. Administration/Reporting: will complete accurate and timely paperwork and reports, recaps, itineraries, timesheets, expense reports, etc. Job Requirements Previous retail experience Strong self-management skills Ability to complete daily procedures and responsibilities without direct supervision Must demonstrate good judgment and show respect for others Must have valid Driver's License Must have valid auto insurance with their name on it For immediate consideration, please apply online below.