Field Sales Merchandiser

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Louisiana.

📋 Description

• Build and sustain relationships with over 200 grocery retailers within a designated territory spanning more than 100 miles.

• Identify optimal in-store locations for the sales of Wonderful brand products by arranging and relocating displays.

• Rotate and stock authorized company products during each visit to grocery stores.

• Ensure schematic integrity while executing re-merchandising projects, including grand openings and store remodels.

• Cultivate and maintain retailer relationships to enhance account penetration.

• Sell, upsell, and uphold retail distribution of authorized products across designated stores.

• Accurately record data-gathering objectives using company-provided handheld devices.

• Implement, sustain, and oversee company marketing initiatives and programs, which include POS and coupon/tie-in promotions.

• Provide daily chain-specific information and communication.

⛳️ Requirements

• Demonstrated success in retail sales promoting grocery products, ideally within the food and beverage sector.

• Ability to forge partnerships with store and produce managers.

• Skilled in presenting compelling arguments to store management to encourage displays and purchases over competitors.

• Previous experience managing a large store territory along with daily travel.

• Strong selling, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.

• Detail-oriented, goal-driven, and adept at problem-solving while working independently.

• Effective interpersonal skills and time management capabilities.

• Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Clean driving record; a background check will be performed.

• Capacity to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Willingness to start work early, with a 7 am start time.

• Required travel to Los Angeles, CA 3–4 times a year, as permitted by the company.

• Must reside within the established territory boundaries.

• Minimal overnight travel may be necessary, depending on territory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company car provided along with a gas card.

• Maintenance card included.

• Technology equipment and support supplied.

• Medical coverage available.

• Comprehensive vision and dental plans offered.

• Annual reimbursement for wellness and fitness-related expenses.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Internal mobility across various brands and business units.

• Access to Learning and Organizational Development resources.

• Training available for People Managers and leadership development.

• Webinars and eLearning courses provided.

• Company-wide mentorship program available.

• Continuous improvement training offered.

• Wonderful Giving program providing funds for up to three charities.

• Participation in Wonderful Neighbor group service projects.

• Monday to Friday work schedule.