Field Sales & Merchandising Representative

Job summary

The representative is responsible for driving sales and profit goals by managing retail accounts and executing merchandising programs at the store level. Key duties include presenting products, managing promotions, and maintaining strong relationships with store personnel.

Job details

Magnet is helping our client, a leading Consumer Products Organization look for a Field Sales & Merchandising Representative to join their National Retail Sales team. In the role of Field Sales Representative, you will have accountability over a territory and be responsible for driving the business with various retail customers at store level (Walmart, SDM, Real CDN Superstore, Sobeys, Lawton's & Giant Tiger). You will work with your customers to identify programs and merchandising opportunities to grab the attention of consumers and sell specific products, ultimately being responsible for delivering the sales and profit goals for your accounts. The territory is located in the Halifax & Surrounding area. Ideally candidate should live in Halifax or Darmouth. Responsibilities Present and sell products at store level according to national and regional promotions while maintaining focus on marketing objectives Execute promotions in a manner that results in increased sale Merchandise products as indicated by national bulletins or other internal correspondence. Advise customers of upcoming ads, promotions, new products, etc. Rotate stock on all product lines, ensure POP material is available and displayed, and solicit additional space during promotions and peak sales periods Strong selling skills to support store level bookings Develop and maintain relationships with key store personnel in order to strengthen the company’s position. Provide consistent feedback competitor information and competitive information to Retail Manager Qualifications: College/university degree or equivalent is preferred with 3+ years of proven sales/merchandising experience Self-motivated with strong selling and negotiation skills Previous experience working with a handheld tablet (technology Ability to work independently and meet call average requirements Positive & can-do attitude Ability to organize and plan effective ly

What you’ll do

The representative is responsible for driving sales and profit goals by managing retail accounts and executing merchandising programs at the store level. Key duties include presenting products, managing promotions, and maintaining strong relationships with store personnel.

Requirements

Candidates should ideally possess a college or university degree and at least 3 years of proven sales or merchandising experience. Proficiency with handheld tablet technology and the ability to work independently are also required.

Listed skills

• Account Management · Preferred
• Sales · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Sales
• Merchandising
• Negotiation
• Relationship Management
• Account Management
• Retail Sales
• Promotional Execution
• Stock Rotation
• Market Feedback
• Planning and Organization

Job areas

• Sales
• Retail
• Manufacturing
• Marketing
• Food & Beverage

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