Outside Sales Representative - Walmart - KEN'S

Outside Sales Representative

Company : ACO-US

Location : INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, 46227

Function : Merchandising

Employment Duration : Full-time

Benefits : Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401k program, generous paid time off (PTO) program

Description and Requirements

The Outside Sales Representative (OSR) is primarily responsible for calling on independent stores to sell our products, present and get new items authorized, sell in promos, and some merchandising. Follows monthly priorities from the business managers for each client. Helps coordinate store events such as anniversary sales, demos, new store openings, remodel expansions, etc., with promotional selling / merch vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Visit the assigned stores in the territory monthly.
• Present new items for our clients and secure orders for same.
• Present promotional activity to store buyers and secure orders and if possible off shelf displays.
• Access distribution on existing items to be sure they are being carried.
• Assist in any merchandising needed for our products.
• Work with the store on all special projects such as demos, remodels, new store openings, etc.
• Maintain current knowledge of products we sell and new items.
• Keep all informed of issues with stores, competitive activity, trends, etc.
• Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts.
• Assist in any merchandising needs for our products when needed.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma / GED

Work Experience Requirements

Five or more years of relevant experience within Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) and / or retail preferred. Comprehensive understanding of the marketplace, ability to present products and / or display opportunities to store / market personnel, develop and maintain relationships with store decision makers, including district / market managers, set and meet monthly sales quotas, collaborate with client and customer, expertise in Microsoft software : PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook, and thorough knowledge of web-based applications. Must have excellent presentation and communication skills, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, valid driver's license, ability to drive a car for extended periods of time, availability for occasional overnight travel, ability to effectively communicate with others, ability to walk, stoop, kneel, reach, pull, grasp, and stand on a daily basis.