Dedicated Team Retail Coverage Merchandiser

Acosta Group•Columbus, OH

1d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Coverage Merchandiser is responsible for providing retail sales and merchandising coverage for a dedicated team within an assigned territory. This role supports retail special projects, ensures proper product placement, and maintains brand standards in-store. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, detail-oriented, and able to build strong relationships with store teams and key decision-makers while executing store-level objectives independently and as part of a team. What's in it for you? Opportunity to work with well-known brands like Campbell's and drive in-store results. Gain experience in retail merchandising, product placement, and sales fundamentals. Collaborative environment with exposure to special projects and territory management. Daily variety working across multiple stores and tasks in your assigned territory.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs.
Ability to communicate effectively and operate basic tools such as telephones and case cutters.
Strong relationship-building and communication skills with store teams and key decision-makers.
Self-motivated, organized, and able to execute store-level objectives independently.
Comfortable following planograms and merchandising standards accurately.
Ability to prioritize and manage territory coverage efficiently.
Willingness to work in cold environments (refrigerated/freezer sections) for limited periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs and stand or walk for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Prior retail or merchandising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver sales fundamentals, including distribution, shelving, merchandising, and pricing goals across assigned accounts.
Maintain consistent improvement of sales coverage and productivity for a dedicated team.
Follow company policies and execute work according to established standards.
Collaborate with supervisors and Business Managers on major retail initiatives, including new product introductions, contests, and special projects.
Personally call on and build relationships with key store operations decision-makers to achieve team objectives.
Communicate brand information, shelf standards, and store priorities to key personnel.
Coordinate merchandising events and special projects for your territory.
Maintain full product distribution and display in assigned accounts.
Rotate stock, clean and stock displays, price merchandise, and check date codes.
Ensure adherence to approved planograms and report observations regarding out-of-stock, outdated, or unbalanced inventory.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisors of Sales Managers.