Territory Sales Associate

Description:

Major Duties & Responsibilities

Sell and maintain 100% distribution of all “authorized” Hershey Items in assigned territory. Ensuring 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.
Reporting of weekly activity, expenses, account changes, promotions and all administrative functions within assigned territory.
Reporting of 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.

Must have a valid US state issued driver’s license
Must have a personal vehicle in sound operating condition
Must maintain personal auto insurance indicating minimum coverage of $100,000 per person / $100,000 per accident / $100,000 property damage. The policy must permit business use.
Must reside or be willing to commute within the territory boundaries as listed in the job description
Must be able to drive long distances to make multiple sales calls on a daily basis
Must be able to lift 10-40 lbs. on a regular basis with or without reasonable accommodations
Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop down and demonstrate manual dexterity on a frequent basis with or without reasonable accommodations
Must be able to use tablet technology
Must have daily access to wireless internet
Must have flexibility and adaptability to changes in territory coverage
Availability to work 20-25 hours per week
Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Experience: 3-4 years food merchandising is preferred but not required