Field Sales Associate closes sales through face-to-face interaction with customers based within assigned sales territories.
We offer: Job Stability, Set Schedule, Team Setting, Paid Time Off and Benefits
Acosta provides paid time off and complete benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401k options to both FT and PT associates. An Employee Assistance Program includes free, confidential access to counseling, programs, tools and services to help our employees and eligible family members live a balanced and happy life.
As a Retail Van Representative for Acosta you’ll have the chance to influence an entire industry. How’s that for impact? We are looking for seasoned sales professionals to join our winning team. You will act as the primary customer contact by executing market strategy, selling, and promoting a leading manufacturer of consumer goods in the Chicago South/West market areas.
The Job:
· Stimulate market growth through coverage of urban convenience stores, independent supermarkets, pharmacies, and grocery stores in assigned geography
· Manage sales, distribution and merchandising of our brand portfolio within an assigned territory
· Conduct professional product presentations to current and prospective customers
· Place product orders and expand product offerings to retailers
· Achieving sales goals and brand building measures
· Building lasting relationships with store managers/owners by providing expert consumer insights and advice
· Utilize iPad technology for reporting all inventory/sales made daily and weekly
· Consistently demonstrating company values in all business interactions
The Skills You Need to Succeed:
· Route/Territory Sales Experience Preferred
· Professional sales approach
· Knowledgeable and Passionate about exceptional client service and exceeding sales goals
· Outgoing and assertive personality!
· Exceptional Time Management skills, Excellent Communication skills and Organizational Skills Required
· iPad Technology Skills
· Trip planning skills and comfort with driving a commercial cargo van
· Valid Driver’s License Required
The Perks:
· Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
· Comprehensive Training
· Professional Mentoring
· Field Coaching and Market Support
· Company expenses including company van, gas card, EZ Pass, parking
Acosta Sales & Marketing is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Why Acosta? Only Acosta combines critical expertise, technological innovation and extensive reach for seamless solutions with superior results. We connect people with the brands they love. If you’re interested in joining a diverse team with a passion for bringing products from some of the most recognized global brands together with the consumers who love them, we invite you to apply today!