RETAIL REPRESENTATIVE

Schraad Sales & Marketing•Springfield, IL

12d•Remote

About The Position

Schraad Sales & Marketing Food Brokerage is seeking a full-time Instore Grocery Sales Representative/Merchandiser in the Springfield, Illinois area. The role is suited to a motivated, self-starting, highly organized person who can adapt quickly, learn independently, and work effectively in a positive, client-driven, team-based environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are needed to work with personnel at all levels of the company and with store personnel. Continual travel is required and may include travel outside the local area and overnight stays. The company describes people as its most strategic and competitive asset and is committed to developing a performance-driven culture that values employees’ contributions, opinions, passions, and creativity. It is dedicated to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. The company states that it offers excellent benefit packages, but does not list specific benefits in the posting.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
Strong interpersonal, decision-making, and leadership skills.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, commitment to maintaining quality standards under company policy, and customer-service orientation.
Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with Schraad staff and store personnel.
Proficiency with computers, smartphones, and tablets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Access to a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and valid proof of insurance that meets company requirements.
Access to reliable high-speed internet.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods; bend, squat, kneel, and stoop frequently; perform frequent repetitive motions; work with hands and arms above the head; talk and hear.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and climb a ladder.

Nice To Haves

Retail sales experience.
Retail merchandising experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver 100% coverage of the assigned retail territory during each reporting cycle, according to client frequency plans.
Clean, stock, and rotate manufacturer products in merchandise displays as assigned.
Implement retail schematics and merchandising materials as assigned.
Take requested photos using a company-provided device as assigned.
Execute retail initiatives, such as new item placement, price incentives, and contests, as assigned.
Secure new and existing item placement according to client and/or customer shelf standards, conditions, and speed-to-shelf guidelines.
Report all Missions, Sets, and Notes in the Go Spot Check application immediately and in real time while performing the work.
Use Go Spot Check to check the work schedule, accept assignments, receive work documentation and information, and record work start and completion times.
Attend customer store sets and set client shelving sections to meet marketing objectives.
Record work expenses and work time, and request vacation and sick time accurately and on time in Paycom.
Post time accurately and in accordance with company policy before approving the timecard for payment.
Report issues with company-provided equipment promptly for resolution.
Communicate effectively with Schraad staff and store personnel about tasks, sales activities, and client objectives.
Check company email twice daily for operational updates.
Participate in scheduled team activities, including retail sales meetings and food shows, as required.
Perform additional responsibilities assigned by the supervisor to the position or department.
Travel continually, including travel outside the local area and possible overnight stays.