What are the responsibilities and job description for the RETAIL SALES REP position at HP Hood LLC?

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other – One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

For candidates based in CT this position typically pays between 58,200-65,400

Job Summary :

The Retail Sales Representative will represent HP Hood and its products at Retail Grocery Chains and independent stores. This position will work through an assigned territory to ensure 100% distribution on all authorized HP Hood items, while properly merchandising and rotating product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Gain and maintain distribution of all Hood and Licensed products within assigned territory accounts.
Execute weekly sales programs as well as selling and building displays.
Conduct retail price checks on Hood and Licensed items in addition to competitive brands.
Continuously pack out the shelves for all Hood and Licensed products where backroom stock is available during each and every retail store visit.
Monitor store rotation of all product lines.
Maintain and update individual store diaries and route lists.
Interact positively with store employees to continuously build sales on all product lines.
Communicate directly with retail sales manager to resolve all issues in a timely manner

Education and Experience :

BA / BS Degree in business or a related field, preferred.

1 -5 years of sales experience or retail experience with a consumer package goods manufacturer, major food broker, or retail services company desirable but not required.

Skills and Competencies :

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Presentation skills preferred ( building presentations and reporting data)

Ability to think critically and possess analytical aptitude

Knowledge of utilizing a Data Analysis System ( Nielsen, IRI etc.) preferred

Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Self- motivated and capable of working independently

Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles

Flexibility to balance team and individual responsibilities

Ability and willingness to lift and stack product weighing up to 40 lbs

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female / Minority / Veteran / Disabled

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