Retail Sales Merchandiser

Retail Sales Merchandiser - Development

This position is for local residents only. apply at www.asmnet.com Job Purpose A Retail Sales Merchandiser Development position is to gain exposure and learn all aspects of the retail business to develop into a leadership role. The RSMD works within the Advantage Degreed Associate Performance Team (ADAPT) program, which provides training, mentoring and leadership development while the associate works within an assigned territory. Job Responsibilities (summary) bull; Familiarize with Clients and products at Retail bull; Gain working knowledge of Customer relations by working with Customers and store personnel bull; Achieve Client goals/objectives by effectively managing stores within assigned territory bull; Increase brand representation/effectiveness through establishing and maintaining trade/Client relationships bull; Maintain Client objectives by ensuring all authorized items are represented on the shelf and tagged accurately bull; Ensure unsaleables/out-of-code product is removed following Customer/Client guidelines bull; Increase sales volume through promotional activity by selling/building displays, creating themes to support holiday/special promo events, and perform resets bull; Meet/exceed schematic standards by ensuring all items are in distribution and set to shelf standards Increase promotional effectiveness through placement of appropriate POS material bull; Ensure all authorized items are tagged and in distribution according bull; Maintain Retail Account Profile Card bull; Ensure store call information/reporting is accurate/timely bull; Work with Retail Supervisor, Retail Operations Manager and Director of Retail Operations to gain understanding of retail/other departments bull; Work on development by participating in webinars, self-tutorials, and reading preparing to move into leadership bull; Performance measures have been put in place to ensure each RSMD in ADAPT program performs at a high level and is continuing to progress towards future leadership bull; RSMD's will receive a formal Performance Contribution Assessment by management at a minimum of 6 month intervals Job Requirements bull; 4 year degree required, preferably in business/related area bull; Strong presentation, written/oral communication, organizational and interpersonal skills bull; Intermediate or advanced PC skills with strong understanding of Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and PowerPoint bull; Flexible schedule; ability to travel bull; Willing to relocate bull; Valid driver's license for state of residence Other Requirements Must perform the job safely and utilize proper safety techniques and use of equipment when appropriate. 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.