Instore Grocery Sales Representative/Merchandiser

Schraad Sales & Marketing Food Brokerage – In Business for over 50 Years – is seeking a full time Instore Grocery Sales Representative/Merchandiser in the Springfield, IL area.

At Schraad Sales & Marketing we value people as our most strategic and competitive asset. We are committed to the development of a performance driven culture that values our employees’ contributions, opinions, passions and creativity. Schraad Sales & Marketing is dedicated to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We strive to attract the most talented candidates and brightest minds to join our team, and we are proud of our excellent benefit packages.

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a motivated, self-starter with a high level of organizational skills to work in a positive, client driven, team-based environment. Must be able to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with all levels of personnel within the Company.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Deliver 100% coverage every reporting cycle of assigned retail territory according to client frequency plans.
• Maintain merchandise displays by cleaning, stocking and rotating manufacturer’s product, as assigned.
• Implement retail schematics and merchandising materials, as assigned.
• Take photos as requested with company provided device, as assigned.
• Execute retail initiatives (new item placement, price incentives, contests, etc.), as assigned.
• Attain new and existing item placement according to client and/or customer shelf standards, conditions and speed to shelf guidelines.
• Report all Missions, Sets and Notes in Go Spot Check application in immediate and real time in conjunction with the actual performance of the work.
• Effectively and accurately work with Go Spot Check application to check schedule for work assignments, accept work assignments, receive work documentation and information, record work start and completion times.
• Attend customer store sets and set our client’s shelving sections to meet their marketing objectives.
• Record work expenses, work time and request all vacation and sick time accurately and timely in the Paycom system. Post all time accurately and in accordance with Company Policy prior to approving timecard for payment.
• Report any company-provided equipment issues in a timely manner for immediate resolution.
• Communicate effectively with Schraad staff and store personnel regarding tasks, sales activities and client objectives.
• Check company email twice daily for operational updates.
• Participate in team scheduled tasks such as retail sales meetings and food shows, as required.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor to the position/department.
• Continual travel is required. Travel may be outside the local area and include overnight stays.