Field Sales Merchandiser

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

📋 Description

• Build and sustain over 100 grocery retail relationships within a designated territory of more than 100 miles.

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

• Rotate and stock products authorized by the company during each grocery store visit.

• Ensure schematic integrity throughout re-merchandising initiatives, including grand openings and remodels.

• Establish and nurture relationships with retailer personnel and supervisors to enhance account penetration.

• Sell, up-sell, and manage the retail distribution of authorized products in the assigned stores.

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

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

• Deliver chain-specific information and communication on a daily basis.

⛳️ Requirements

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

• Ability to establish partnerships with store and produce managers.

• Capacity to present compelling arguments to store management staff to display and purchase products over competitors.

• Previous experience and understanding of managing a large store territory along with daily driving responsibilities.

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

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

• Strong interpersonal and time management skills.

• Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.

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

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Willingness to work early mornings starting at 7 am.

• 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 based on territory requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

• Company vehicle with a gas card.

• Maintenance card provided.

• Technology equipment and support are provided.

• Medical coverage included.

• Comprehensive vision and dental plans available.

• 401k plan with matching eligibility.

• 24/7 access to online physician consultations.

• Virtual mental health resources offered.

• Life coaching services available.

• Employee community groups to join.

• Cash rewards for maintaining healthy habits.

• Fitness reimbursement options.

• Access to a library of on-demand fitness videos.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Internal mobility options across various brands and business units.

• Resources for Learning and Organizational Development.

• Training programs for People Managers and leadership.

• Webinars and eLearning courses available.

• Company-wide mentorship program.

• Continuous improvement training opportunities.

• Wonderful Giving company-provided funds for up to three charities.

• Wonderful Neighbor group service projects to participate in.

• Monday to Friday work schedule.