Outside Sales Representative

Description and Requirements

Tyson OSR JD - SL31

The Outside Sales Representative

• Tyson is primarily responsible for calling on key decision makers at retail grocery stores to sell our products, present & get new items authorized, sell in promos some merchandising.  Follows our monthly priorities from the business managers for each client.  Helps support store events such as anniversary sales, demos, new store openings, remodel expansions, etc. with promotional selling/merch vehicles.

The incumbent(s) in this position should exhibit the following Acosta values:

People Minded

• Must show dignity and respect to all people

Integrity

• Must exemplify the highest degree of ethical behavior

Results Oriented

• Must show passion, pride and commitment to succeed

Trust

• Must be honest, sincere and confident

Teamwork

• Must build trusting relationships

Innovation

• Must progress through a combination of creativity, common sense and vision

Balance

• Must maintain an optimistic attitude and keep perspective on what is important in life.

Responsibilities

• Visit the assigned stores for Tyson in the territory monthly.

• Present new items for our clients

• Tyson and secure orders for same.

• Present promotional activity to store buyers and secure orders and if possible off shelf displays.

• Reviews distribution on existing items to be sure they are being carried.

• Assist in any merchandising needed for our products.

• Supports the store on all special projects such as demos, trade events, remodels, new store openings, etc.

• Maintain current knowledge of products we sell and new items.

• Maintain a rapport with regional managers of our clients.

• Keep all informed of issues with stores, competitive activity, trends etc.

• Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts.

• Rotate stock, clean and stock displays and tag/sign as appropriate.

• Perform such duties as checking date codes, ensuring adherence to approved plan-o-gram.

• Miscellaneous duties as assigned including but not limited to:

• Pallet Jack Operation; heavy load hoisting, material packaging, pallet disassembly and assembly, material handling, supplier audits, product expertise, and brand image alignment.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED

Work Experience Requirements:

• Two years prior grocery retail or CPG experience required.

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

• Must have a valid driver's license and must be able to drive a car for extended periods of time.

• Must be willing and able to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores).

• Ability to learn and understand safety standards.

• Ability to Keep up with marketing trends and use that when upselling

• Must be able to effectively communicate with others and be a team player.

• Must be able to speak and hear.

• Must be able to walk, stoop, kneel, reach, pull, grasp and stand on a daily basis.

• Must have good vision, dexterous use of both hands and be able to operate a tablet, email, Zoom, and Excel.

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.

• Must have reliable transportation.

Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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