**DESCRIPTION** The Fresh Foods Specialist primarily provides Meat Category reset and retail special project responsibility in an assigned market and for a specific group of stores. Fresh Food Specialists are responsible for representing ACOSTA and our principals in building in store connectivity through executing reset and special project objectives as set forth by their Manager. **RESPONSIBILITIES** * As established by Manager, deliver reset, retail merchandising and special project goals across all Meat Category principals in an assigned market and group of stores. * Meets Accounts expectations in terms of category specific knowledge and implementation/ execution of plan-o-grams and special project goals and objectives associated with the Packaged Meat Category. * Assists Accounts on retail initiatives (meat category resets, new product introductions, display building, shelf stocking etc.) as requested. * As requested by Manager, enters, and transmits data in a timely manner. * Executes Meat Category reset schedules and special project goals to ensure objectives are met. * Executes personal Performance Agreement. * Executes Meat Category merchandising events as requested. * Follows Company policy in execution of work. * When requested performs special weekend projects as assigned by Manager. * Gains full distribution of products in assigned accounts per plan-o-gram. * When requested cleans and stocks displays, and prices merchandise as appropriate. * On occasion checks date codes, ensuring adherence to approved plan-o-gram. * Reports observations to Manager regarding reset, plan-o-gram or special project issues as necessary. **QUALIFICATIONS** Work and Experience Requirements * High School diploma or equivalent * Prior retail experience preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required * Must have a valid driver’s license and must be able to drive a car for extended periods of time. * Must be available to overnight travel. * Must be available for occasional weekend work (Demos and Food Shows). Must be able to work nights and holidays. (night and holiday work will be pre-defined by position). * Must be willing and able to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores). * Must be able to effectively communicate with others. Must have good vision and be able to operate a calculator, fax machine, telephone, copier, hand truck, hammer, screwdriver, and case cutter. * Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time. Physical Requirements: * Seeing * Color Perception * Lifting (30 lbs.) * Ability to Travel * Climbing * Listening * Pushing/Pulling * Carrying (30 lbs.) **ABOUT US** Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. As a full-service marketing agency, we specialize in digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Our mission is to deliver brand solutions that connect products to the right target at the right time, effectively moving consumers down the conversion funnel. With over 10,000 experts in the field and more than 150 corporate employees, we have a range of talents and experience that redefine what it means to be a marketing agency. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to think big, grow their skills, and take their careers to the next level. Join Product Connections and discover a workplace where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt—let’s build something great together. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request. Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use. \#DiscoverYourPath Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Retail **Position Type:** Part time **Business Unit:** Marketing **Salary Range:** $14.00 - $15.00 **Company:** Crossmark Inc. **Req ID:** 9383 **Employer Description:** PRODUCT\_CONNECTIONS\_EMP\_DESC