Overview If sitting at a desk doesn't sound appealing, hit the road with Acosta! Our retail merchandisers spend their workweek on the road visiting our retail partners to ensure products are well-stocked and beautifully displayed. Both full time and part time associates enjoy access to perks including paid time off, medical benefits, and 401(k)! This is your opportunity to work independently on the Acosta team! The Retail Merchandiser role provides merchandising coverage to achieve superior in-store results for an assigned retail territory. Point of sale interaction is required and the ability to impact sales positively. Personal vehicle required - Day Shift (8 am to 5 pm) - No Weekends Responsibilities Essential Functions: Deliver retail merchandising and sales goals across all channels in assigned territory Meets client expectations regarding retail sales coverage and productivity in assigned territory Assists in retail and sales initiatives (new product introductions, contests, 30-day speed-to-shelf, etc.) as assigned Enters and transmits data in a timely manner Execute retail territory coverage plan to ensure merchandising coverage goals are met Work closely with management to develop professional relationships, ensuring smooth and cooperative involvement in the marketing, promotion, and sale of product Executes merchandising events in assigned territory Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts per planogram Rotate stock, clean and stock display, and price merchandise as appropriate Perform duties such as checking date codes, ensuring adherence to approved planogram Report observations to Manager regarding outdated product, unbalanced stock, out-of-stock situations and point of purchase requirements Qualifications Education Requirements: High School Diploma/GED Work Experience Requirements: One-year experience in dealing with the public at the retail sales level preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements: Lift up to 30 pounds Have a valid driver's license and be able to drive a car for extended periods of time Occasional weekend work (demos and food shows), along with holidays and potential nights (Night and holiday work will be pre-defined by position) Willing and able to work in extremely cold conditions (ie refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores) Good vision and be able to operate a calculator, telephone, copier, hand truck, hammer, and screwdriver and case cutter Stand and/or walk for long periods of time Comfortably interact with the public Professional appearance & demeanor Familiar with Excel and Word Excellent verbal communication skills Acosta is an Equal Opportunity Employer By submitting your application, you agree with and accept the Acosta Privacy Statement and Terms of Conditions. US: (see application details) State US-KY-Alexandria Job ID 2021-201015 Work City Alexandria PCN 251778 Position Type Regular Full-Time Work Zip 41001 Starting average hours per week 31-37 Category Field Jobs