Territory Service Merchandising Rep - Tupelo, MS

NOVO BUILDING PRODUCTS•Tupelo, MS

7d•$21 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Territory Service Merchandising Representative services Novo Building Products in Lowe’s stores across Tupelo, Columbus, Batesville, Starkville, and New Albany. The role includes stocking and replenishing products such as lumber, moulding, and millwork; maintaining accurate inventory and stock levels; processing damaged-product credits and returns; and keeping product displays and point-of-purchase materials in good condition. The representative builds relationships with store personnel, responds to customer concerns, provides product training, recommends products and changes based on performance and market conditions, and supports store resets and special events. The position follows a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule, with regular travel to assigned stores and possible travel to additional locations. Replenishment orders must be stocked within 48 hours of delivery. The representative manages expenses according to corporate policies and represents the company with professionalism, courtesy, and integrity. Compensation is $20.75 per hour, with a $2,000 sign-on bonus paid in four $500 increments, a $380 monthly car allowance, mileage reimbursement, and potential quarterly and annual bonuses.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Proof of current auto insurance.
Solid organizational and time-management skills.
Computer skills, specifically Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule.
Selling, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
Ability to demonstrate courtesy, diplomacy, and tact, and to foster relationships based on integrity and professionalism.
Ability to travel overnight or daily to service stores and drive to and from stores.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job: standing and walking 100% of the time; bending or twisting up to 60%; lifting 5–25 pounds up to 40%, 35–50 pounds up to 20%, and 100 pounds or more with assistance up to 10%; and pushing or pulling wheeled equipment weighing up to an average of 1,500 pounds up to 60%.

Responsibilities

Travel to assigned stores on a regular, predetermined call schedule and service those stores; travel to additional stores as required.
Build and maintain relationships with store personnel, including store management, red vest associates, and MST.
Maintain accurate inventory through focus and cycle count adjustments and notify customers of necessary changes.
Maintain the appearance of company products by cleaning, culling, placing suggested orders, preparing returns and credits, and keeping point-of-purchase materials current and in place.
Train store personnel on company products and services.
Analyze performance, product mix, market conditions, and new product opportunities, and recommend changes when appropriate.
Facilitate store reset activity with the NHC Store Planning Team as required.
Participate in special events such as grand openings, contractor nights, product knowledge training, and company meetings.
Stock assigned replenishment orders within 48 hours of delivery and stock additional stores as needed.
Manage expenses in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
Represent the company with high standards of conduct, professionalism, courtesy, ethics, and a can-do attitude.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Employee assistance program.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
401(k) program with employer match.
Clean work environment.
Competitive wages and shift premiums.
$2,000 new-hire sign-on bonus, paid in four $500 increments after 30 days, 90 days, 180 days, and 12 months, subject to attendance requirements.
$380 monthly car allowance.
Mileage reimbursement.
Quarterly and annual bonus potential.