Retail Operations Manager / DRTS47388 Job in Rogers, Arkansas US
ASM was formed in 1987 in Southern California. In 1997, over a three-year period, 21 Tier I companies throughout North America joined Advantage and by April 2000, ASM's goal of becoming the leading sales and marketing agency serving the consumer packaged goods industry was achieved. Today, ASM is the number-one sales and marketing agency in the industry with revenue exceeding $900 million.
Position Description:
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 Operations Manager is primarily responsible for the management and development of the entire Retail Selling Organization for an assigned geography. They are responsible for representing the Company and our Clients through the management of retail store coverage, set/project coverage, and executing objectives set forth by Clients and/or Business Development Managers and Dedicated Retail Teams.
Job Responsibilities
Business Development: Ability to grow base business and add new business.
Standardization and Execution of the Company's Strategic Direction: Ability to outline and implement National policies and programs. Must be able to proactively promote the Company's Strategic Direction and Vision on a day-to-day basis and assure compliance with all National Programs.
Communication/Systems: Able to utilize and develop systems for the proper communication of all functions.
Customer Team Integration: Will partner with Business Managers, Retail, RTLs/ATLs, and all other departments in each region that affect the Account Team(s). Will utilize all elements and resources to meet and exceed team and Client's needs.
Team Performance and Development: Will develop people through training and direct organizational and team development initiatives.
Client Management: will build excellent Client rapport, provide Client management, and pursue new Client representation and additional business.
Budgeting: Manage budget for area of responsibility.
Operational Excellence and Ownership: Will maintain excellent high-performing teams and will be proactive in addressing retail issues.
Retail Reporting: Working knowledge of company systems including reporting functions.
Job Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
4 year college degree preferred
Previous retail experience
Customer and client management
Strong self-management skills
Computer skills
Ability to complete daily procedures and responsibilities without direct supervision.
Other Requirements
Must perform the job safely and utilize proper safety techniques and use of equipment when appropriate.
Physical Demands
Never (0% of shift): Crawl and/or climb, Be Exposed to Harmful Fumes and/or Other Pollutants Work on Unprotected Heights, Operate Mechanical Machinery, Be Exposed to Marked Changes in Temperature and Humidity, Kneel, Use Feet and/or Legs for Repetitive Motion Left and Right
Occasionally (up to 33% of time): Pull, Walk, Bend and/or stoop, Push, Stand, Lifting and/or Carrying 20 - 50 lbs. (medium work level)
Continuously (66-100% of shift): Use Hands and/or Legs for Repetitive Motion.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.
Are you passionate about Service Excellence, Results, Integrity, Entrepreneurial Focus and Leadership: These are our values at Advantage Sales Marketing LLC. Come learn why "Winning Together" is more than just words on a piece of paper. It is the vision by which we live our mission as an organization: "To create outstanding value for clients and customers through superior sales execution, operational excellence and innovative marketing services."
Advantage Sales Marketing LLC is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, ASM shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Advantage Sales and Marketing ("ASM" or the "Company"*) is a premier North American sales and marketing agency committed to building brand value for our clients and customers.
The Company's customized sales and marketing solutions include headquarter sales, retail merchandising and marketing services, specializing in client and customer events, publications and assisted-selling services for the grocery, drugstore, club, convenience, natural/specialty, sporting goods, consumer electronics and home center channels.
Today, ASM is the number-one sales and marketing agency in the industry with revenue exceeding $1 billion.
