Retail Sales Representative for General Mills - Sarnia

Encore Market Engagement

Aug 13

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior & Mid Level
Sarnia
Remote

Requirements

Ideally 1-3 years of territory sales and merchandising experience in CPG
Superior communication and presentation skills
Amazing relationship building skills
Strong selling skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to influence/lead change
Strong personal drive, positive attitude and excellent problem-solving skills are essential
Aptitude for fast learning, careful strategic planning and ability to self-support with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
The ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds
Full access to a reliable vehicle
High-speed internet with WiFi at home
The ability to store some supplies at home and transport them in your vehicle
Some overnight travel may be required in remote areas

Responsibilities

Represent General Mills and Blue Buffalo in a professional manner by providing retail customers with the best service
Work with your Manager to set territory goals based on company objectives and develop strategies to meet and/or established target by
Developing customer relations to become a trusted advisor
Introducing new products and promotional events into the market
Leveraging selling skills to solicit orders for account bookings and allocation
Closing distribution gaps by confirming correct shelf tags are present in compliance with account listing & store planograms
Ensuring supply availability through merchandising product and checking order / inventory status
Negotiating space for and building Gold Standard displays to maximize points of interruption as well as confirming and correcting previously agreed display implementations
Using sales tools provided to identify opportunities & gaps and determine action plan to drive sales, improve distribution, recognize underperforming categories, and increase overall profitability in your territory
Recognizing and utilizing regional sales trends in order to maximize in-store performance
Providing feedback and insight on retail conditions and/or issues as they are encountered
Other duties as required

FAQs

What is the expected work schedule for this position?

This position is part-time, with an approximate commitment of 18-19 hours per week.

What company will I be representing as a Retail Sales Representative?

You will be representing General Mills and its brands, including Blue Buffalo, Cheerios, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Old El Paso, and Yoplait & Liberte Yogurt.

Is there any travel required for this role?

Yes, some overnight travel may be required in remote areas.

What type of experience is required for this position?

Ideally, candidates should have 1-3 years of territory sales and merchandising experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG).

Are there any physical requirements for this job?

Yes, candidates should have the ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.

What tools or resources will be available to assist me in this role?

Sales tools will be provided to help identify opportunities, gaps, and determine an action plan to drive sales.

How will my performance be evaluated in this role?

Your performance will be evaluated based on your ability to meet territory goals, develop customer relationships, and effectively drive sales within your assigned geographical territory.

What qualifications are particularly valued for this position?

Superior communication and presentation skills, strong relationship-building capabilities, strong selling skills, and attention to detail are highly valued.

Is there an opportunity for career advancement with this role?

While the job listing does not specifically mention career advancement, working with a reputable company like General Mills and Encore can provide potential for growth and development in the future.

How do I apply for the Retail Sales Representative position?

If you believe you're a great match for the role, you should apply directly through the application process outlined in the job listing.

Encore Market Engagement

The first choice for tier one organizations seeking to optimize their field sales investment.

Marketing & Advertising

Industry

201-500

Employees

2011

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Encore, we possess the expertise in field sales to ensure our clients are successful in their most critical market channels. Going deep with few...being nimble and responsive for us is more than a turn of phrase, it is a way of life...and it comes down to the following Vision and Mission that compel us to outperform every day. Vision - "The first choice for Tier One organizations seeking to optimize their sales investment." Mission - "Provide uncompromising quality of service and unparalleled calibre of thinking...developing strategies and delivering solutions that enable our Clients to win." Our Services: Consulting - from high-level strategy to ground-level coverage modeling, capitalizing on years of extensive market experience, we bring our expertise to bear on your most critical field sales and merchandising challenges. Technology - leveraging the best that technology has to offer, we design and deliver solutions that drive accelerated results from your sales team with complete line of sight to the information that moves you. Execution - quality people that represent your brands with excellence, delivering on key priorities in every visit and ensuring your business is not only growing, but is also delivering a compelling return on investment. Encore has rapidly become one of Canada's most respected field sales organizations for selling, merchandising, technology and strategic consulting to leading companies in a variety of industries including Consumer Packaged Goods, Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Financial Services, Technology, Retail and other consumer-based categories. Our knowledge is broad, our experience is deep, our commitment rock solid. We’re eager to serve your organization and drive your success in this unique Canadian market space.