**Merchandiser Retail Coverage** **General Information** **Company:** ACO-US **Location:** SAN DIEGO, California, 92136 **Ref #:** 66369 **Function:** Merchandising **Employment Duration:** Full-time **Description and Requirements** **Overview** The Retail Coverage Merchandiser provides retail sales merchandising, completes special projects, and builds strong relationships with store managers to help increase sales for our clients. **Responsibilities** * Cover a set territory of retailers to make store visits representing Hostess and Voortman brands * Assist store managers on retail initiatives (new product introductions, contests, etc.) as assigned. * Work with technology collecting and reporting data from store visits with a company furnished tablet. * Works independently to make store visits to ensure merchandising coverage goals are met. * Maintain full distribution and display of products in assigned accounts. * Clean, stock, rotate, and price merchandise, as appropriate. * Perform audits such as checking date codes and ensuring adherence to approved modular integrity. * Follow store policies and procedures while being an expert for the clients you represent. * Consult with management promptly, meet objectives and goals as assigned, and report store-level observations related to client product and Customer needs. * Advocate for the client through sales opportunities, shelf work, and building relationships with store managers **Qualifications** * Prior retail experience preferred, but not required * Strong demonstration of the following core competencies: Quality Commitment, Detail Oriented; Customer Service, and Communication Skills * Comfortably using technology such as a tablet * Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. * Possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a car for extended periods. * Effective communication and relationship-building skills * Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods. Premium is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we will accommodate your needs under the Human Rights Code. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact the Human Resources Department for assistance. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those moving forward in the next step of the selection process will be contacted. **PipelineDetail:** 52504