• Outside Sales Representative

    Acosta Group (Worcester, MA)


    Outside Sales Representative

     

    General Information

     

    **Company:** ACO-US

    **Location:** WORCESTER, Massachusetts, 01609

    **Ref #:** 100549

    **Function:** Merchandising

    **Employment Duration:** Full-time

     

    Description and Requirements

     

    Primo Brands Outside Sales Rep

     

    The Outside Sales Representative is primarily responsible for calling on independent stores to sell our products, present & get new items authorized, sell in promos, some merchandising. Follows our monthly priorities from the business managers for each client. Enter turnover orders for all stores visited so they can be forwarded to our distributors to be delivered. Help Coordinate store events such as anniversary sales, demos, new store openings, remodel expansions, etc with promotional selling/merch vehicles. The incumbent(s) in this position should exhibit the following Acosta values: People Minded – Must show dignity and respect to all people Integrity – Must exemplify the highest degree of ethical behavior Results Oriented – Must show passion, pride and commitment to succeed Trust – Must be honest, sincere and confident Teamwork – Must build trusting relationships Innovation – Must progress through a combination of creativity, common sense and vision Balance – Must maintain an optimistic attitude and keep perspective on what is important in life. Responsibilities:

     

    * Visit the assigned stores in the territory monthly.

    * Present new items for our clients and secure orders for same.

    * Present promotional activity to store buyers and secure orders and if possible off shelf displays.

    * Access distribution on existing items to be sure they are being carried.

    * Assist in any merchandising needed for our products.

    * At home after the visit - enter the orders taken into our turnover order system and transmit to the office for delivery of the product by the distributors.

    * Work with the store on all special projects such as demos, trade events, remodels, new store openings, etc.

    * Maintain current knowledge of products we sell and new items.

    * Maintain a rapport with regional managers of our clients.

    * Keep all informed of issues with stores, competitive activity, trends etc.

    * Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts.

    * Rotate stock, clean and stock display and price merchandise as appropriate.

    * Perform such duties as checking date codes, ensuring adherence to approved plan-o-gram.

    * Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

    * Sell in pallets, shippers, incremental display plans to owner, district, and group level decision makers.

    * Attend and represent Acosta and client at food shows and vendor shows.

    * Coordinate multiple displays builds with multiple associates to elevate the retail plan.

    * Reports to Unit manager on Primo dedicated team.

    Education Requirements:

    * High School Diploma/GED

    Work Experience Requirements:

    + Fiveyearsprior retail experiencerequired.

    + Must be able tolift upto 60 pounds.

    + Must have a valid driver's license and must be able to drive a car for extended periods of time.

    + Must be available foroccasional overnighttravel (meetings/food shows)

    + Must be willing and able to work in extremelycold conditions(i.e.refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores).

    + Must be able to effectively communicate with others.

    + Must be able to speak and hear.

    + Must be able to walk, stoop, kneel, reach, pull,graspand stand on a daily basis.

    + Must have good vision, dexterous use of both hands and be able tooperatea calculator, fax machine, telephone, copier, hand truck, pallet jack, hammer, screwdriver,drilland case cutter.

    + Must be able to stand and/or walk forlong periodsof time.

     

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    Premium is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we will accommodate your needs under the Human Rights Code. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact the Human Resources Department for assistance. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those moving forward in the next step of the selection process will be contacted.

     

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