Retailer Relationship and Execution Specialist

The Retailer Relationship & Execution Specialist

Responsible for:

• Service with an “owners” mindset to achieve great results for On-Shelf availability, Display Execution, Open Sales, Product Ordering, Image Recognition, Inventory Accuracy, Plan-o-Gram Compliance, and Data Collection through store coverage in an assigned territory of up to 60 stores.
• Building strong relationships with KDMs at the retail store level and beyond.
• Representing Gillette on behalf of Acosta and adhering to company principals, while meeting the objectives set by their manager and the client at a superior level.

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.

What will you do?

• 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.

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.