Retailer Relationship and Execution Specialist

Premium • Indianapolis, IN

11d

About The Position

The Retailer Relationship and Execution Specialist represents Gillette on behalf of Acosta and provides service with an ownership mindset to improve on-shelf availability, display execution, open sales, product ordering, image recognition, inventory accuracy, planogram compliance, and data collection. The specialist covers an assigned territory of up to 60 stores, builds relationships with key decision-makers and store leadership, and meets objectives set by the manager and client.

This salaried role has a flexible Monday–Friday schedule during normal business and retail hours. The specialist travels within the territory, completes 4–6 store visits per day and 18–22 per week, documents visits, and reports results. The position requires a professional business-casual appearance and the physical ability to perform assigned tasks, including standing, bending, lifting, and climbing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; a degree is preferred.
• Ability to perform all job functions, including standing, bending, lifting, and climbing.
• Proven ability to build relationships and overcome obstacles to improve sales.
• Strong communication, analytical problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency across Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work full-time Monday–Friday during normal business hours.
• Professional appearance consistent with the business-casual dress code.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of relevant Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) experience is preferred.
• Walmart work or vendor experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with store managers to resolve product-access issues, such as locked inventory.
• Build and maintain relationships with store leadership and associates to achieve goals and objectives.
• Increase shelf presence of Gillette products and resolve out-of-stock issues.
• Use professional negotiation skills to overcome obstacles at store level.
• Execute merchandising plans, including product placement and promotional activities.
• Use data to identify issues and implement actionable solutions within the territory.
• Travel within the assigned territory to manage store locations, document visits, and report results.
• Follow company and client policies while maintaining a professional in-store presence.
• Complete 4–6 store visits per day and 18–22 visits per week.
• Meet or exceed goals and expectations presented by the client.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k).
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources.
• Mileage supplement program.
• Flexible schedule between Monday and Friday during normal business and retail hours.
• Salaried position with consistent pay and no clock-in/out or hourly tracking.
• Opportunity to work with leading brands and top retailers in the assigned territory.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time