Territory Sales Associate - Annapolis Valley/Yarmouth Area, Nova Scotia
About The Position
The Territory Sales Associate (TSA) represents Hershey brands in the Annapolis Valley/Yarmouth area of Nova Scotia. This is a remote, part-time position requiring travel to stores throughout the assigned territory and use of a personal vehicle for up to 75 km per day. Mileage is reimbursed at a per-kilometer rate discussed during the interview; no car allowance is provided. The schedule is 28 hours across four days per week, for example, seven hours per day Monday through Thursday. The role focuses on selling Hershey products and delivering strong retail merchandising execution. The TSA maintains distribution of authorized products, builds and replenishes displays, supports retail plans, and works with store buyers and staff to improve product positioning and presentation. The position also involves daily and weekly activity reporting and administrative responsibilities.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education or equivalent work experience.
- Valid driver’s license and a driving record in good standing.
- Personal auto insurance with at least the government-set minimum liability coverage.
- Must reside within the boundaries of the assigned territory.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently within a team environment.
- Detail-oriented approach and fresh thinking.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with iPad technology.
- Willingness to contribute to a high-performing team.
Nice To Haves
- One to three years of sales experience, preferably with sound knowledge of consumer-packaged-goods sales techniques.
- Knowledge of and ability to develop and use strategies, practices, and tools for communicating with retail customers and managing day-to-day retail store operations.
Responsibilities
- Sell and maintain 100% distribution of all authorized Hershey items in the assigned territory.
- Ensure retail execution of headquarters sales and merchandising plans with retailers.
- Achieve merchandising objectives using permanent secondary displays and other display vehicles included in the Retail Execution Plan.
- Report weekly activity, expenses, competitive activity, account changes, promotions, and other administrative information for the territory.
- Report daily activities using a tablet and submit reports at the end of each day.
- Manage the sales territory, which varies in size, number of retailers, and location.
- Help ensure store appearance and merchandise displays align with plans, sales history, and new receipts.
- Consult with buyers, marketing, and sellers on product positioning and presentation plans.
- Create and coordinate visual merchandise presentations, including store layouts and displays.
- Coach sales staff on merchandise so they can recommend appropriate products to customers.
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement at a per-kilometer rate; the rate will be discussed during the interview.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
