Merchandiser Travel Retail Ser Lead

General Information

• Company: ACO-US
• Location: HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, Arkansas, 71913
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• Pay Rate: $ 17.00
• Range Minimum: $ 17.00
• Range Maximum: $ 17.00
• 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

Merchandiser Travel Retail Ser Lead is responsible for representing Acosta, our clients, and our customers by effectively leading a team and performing reset and remodel work including, but not limited to, the proper implementation of plan‑o‑grams, new item placement, void corrections, and special merchandising activity. The ideal candidate is a self‑starter, quick learner, has a strong attention to detail, and works well in a team or independent situation. They must possess excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with business partners.

What will you do?

• Serve as a team lead in the organization and execution of reset and remodel work. Effectively partner with store personnel for the scheduling and communication of reset and remodel work.
• Read and follow a plan‑o‑gram to effectively complete reset and remodel work. Have a working knowledge of merchandising and retail terminology.
• Partner with store personnel and co‑workers to achieve and maintain merchandising excellence, discuss changes, and build an effective working relationship.
• Effectively and accurately prepare, process, submit, and manage documentation related to assigned reset and remodel work.
• Perform job safely by demonstrating full awareness of surroundings, using proper safety techniques and equipment, and proactively alerting management to any unsafe act or condition to prevent injuries.
• Understand and follow all Acosta Policies and standard operating procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (some experience may substitute for education).
• 3+ years of supervisory/management experience with authority to direct and oversee daily work activities.
• 3+ years of Customer Service experience preferred.
• Prior sales agent, retail and reset responsibility experience preferred. Possess excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with business partners.
• Comfortable utilizing technology (smartphones, computer, copier/fax, handheld devices).
• Strong demonstration of the following core competencies:
  • Quality Commitment: Maintain quality standards that meet and/or exceed expectations.
  • Detail Oriented: Ensure work accuracy.
  • Customer Service: Provide a level of service to customer concerns.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Web‑based application proficiency: Indicate work availability, check assignments, accept assignments, record work start and completion times, mileage, expenses, time and attendance, and complete training activities.
• Be willing and able to work in cold environmental conditions (refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores) for limited periods of time.
• Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, decision‑making and leadership skills. Able to read and communicate effectively with others.
• Have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in a car for extended periods of time.
• Travel is required, with overnight stays up to 75–100% of the time. Occasional weekend work also required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to obtain necessary credentials for travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Acosta utilizes E‑Verify for validating the ability to work in the United States for all job candidates.

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