[Hiring] Territory Sales Associate @The Hershey Company

Role Description

This position will require you to drive your personal vehicle up to 75 km per day in your assigned territory. Mileage may vary depending on where you live in comparison to the territory. No car allowance is provided; however, you will be reimbursed mileage for travel at a per km rate (to be discussed at time of interview).

This is a part-time position (28hrs/4 days of the week ex: - 7 hours per day, Monday to Thursday for a total of 28 hours/week).

A Part-Time role as a Territory Sales Associate (TSA) is a great way for a relationship-oriented person to flex their selling skills while representing some of the biggest and most exciting brands in America! Our TSAs will sell and ensure best in class merchandising to include building displays, increasing distribution of our top selling items, and replenishing permanent secondary displays.

What Will You Do?

• Sell and maintain 100% distribution of all authorized Hershey Items in assigned territory.
• Ensure flawless retail execution of Headquarter Sales and Merchandising Plans (Retail Execution Plan) with various retailers.
• Achieve all merchandising objectives through the effective use of Permanent Secondary Displays and other display vehicles established within the Retail Execution Plan.
• Report weekly activity, expenses, competitive activity, account changes, promotions, and all administrative functions within assigned territory.
• Report daily activities through the use of tablets, submitting upon completion of each day.
• Responsible for Sales Territory - Varies due to territory size, number of retailers, and location.
• Participate in ensuring store appearance and merchandise displays are in line with plans, selling history, and new receipts.
• Consult with buyers, marketing, and sellers on product positioning and presentation plans.
• Create and coordinate visual presentation of merchandise, including store layout and displays.
• Coach sales staff on merchandise to enable them to suggest appropriate merchandise to meet the customer's needs.

Qualifications

• Post Secondary Education and or Equivalent Work Experience
• 1-3 years of sales experience with sound knowledge of sales techniques in consumer-packaged goods preferred.
• Knowledge of, and ability to develop and use strategies, practices, and tools for communicating with retail customers and for managing the day-to-day operations of retail stores.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs
• Valid Driver’s license and good standing driving record is required
• Personal auto insurance with at least the government set minimum liability
• Must reside within the boundaries of the assigned territory
• Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills with excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently within a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with fresh thinking
• Proficient in MS suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiar with iPad Technology
• Willingness to be a part of a high performing team that works hard and has fun!