Retailer Relationship and Execution Specialist
Acosta · Columbia, SC · 3 wk ago
Business Development$17.98/hrFull-time
Description And Requirements
- Partner with store managers to resolve product access issues (e.g., locked inventory)
- Build and maintain strong relationships with store leadership and associates to successfully achieve all goals and objectives
- Increase the shelf presence of Gillette products and resolve out-of-stock issues
- Use your professional negotiation skills to overcome obstacles at store level
- Execute merchandising plans, including product placement and promotional activities
- Utilize data to identify issues and implement actionable solutions within the territory
- Travel within the assigned territory to manage store locations, document visits, and report on results
- Follow all company and client policies while maintaining a professional presence in-store
What's in it for you?
- Job stability and a flexible schedule between Monday-Friday, normal business/retail hours
- Salaried position with consistent pay (no clocking in/out or hourly tracking)
- Paid time off and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
- Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling and support resources
- Opportunity to work with leading brands and top retailers in your assigned territory
- Mileage supplement program included
How will you succeed?
- Demonstrate persuasive presentation skills, resilience, determination, and flexibility
- Take a hands-on, ownership approach to problem-solving and execution at the store level
- Build relationships quickly and maintain consistent communication with store leadership
- Utilize Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) to track, report, and manage performance
- Exhibit professionalism, energy, passion, and a proactive approach to overcoming shelf availability challenges
- Successfully complete 4-6 store visits per day, 18-22 visits per week
- Meet or exceed all goals and expectations presented by the client
- Work full-time, Monday-Friday during normal business hours
- Possess and maintain the physical ability to perform all assigned tasks
- Exhibit and maintain a professional appearance within the business casual dress code
Experience and Qualifications
- 1+ years of relevant Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) experience preferred. (Work/Vendor experience in Walmart preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; degree preferred
- Physical ability to perform all job functions (standing, bending, lifting, climbing)
- Proven ability to build relationships and overcome obstacles to improve sales
- Strong communication, analytical problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Proficiency across all Microsoft Office applications
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation