Full Time Retail Merchandising Representative Canada

Summary: **Full Time Retail Merchandising Representative** At our company, we grow people, brands, and businesses. Take this opportunity to join North America’s leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry APPLY TODAY **Things To Consider**: - You will be assigned a territory servicing multiple locations, access to reliable transportation is critical - Shifts are Monday through Friday or Thursday through Monday - Set schedule will be determined by the Hiring Manager based on business needs - Able to lift or push up to 50 pounds; comfortable standing, stooping and bending for long periods of time **What We Offer**: - Full Time Benefits - Generous Paid Time Off - Paid training and ongoing career development - Mileage and travel reimbursement - Competitive pay rates **What You’ll Do**: - Reset activity, shelf conditions and schematics completion - Meet objectives by maintaining full distribution on existing SKUs - Meet and exceed sales goals by increasing in-store visibility of client products and promotions - Ensure products are always available by maintaining merchandising and display standards - Implement innovative marketing strategies that drive product positioning and awareness **Qualifications**: - High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience - 1-2 years of retail sales or merchandising experience preferred - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with customers at all personnel levels - Demonstrated ability to multi-task, with an elevated sense of urgency and attention to detail - Strength working independently, but also as a member of a team - General computer skills/understanding and daily Internet accessibility **Responsibilities**: The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today. Position Summary A Retail Merchandising Rep (RMR) generates excitement, brand awareness, and increases Epson product sales through training and merchandising. The RMR is responsible for reading all program materials, merchandising Epson products and providing training to retail sales associates. Essential Job **Responsibilities**: Store merchandising and maintenance Replenish POP, paper, ink, etc. Update pricing Remove damaged products Place in new items Sales associate training Build relationships with key department personnel to message product features and benefits Build in-store product knowledge and increase Epson mindshare Effectively build brand loyalty and increase "comfort level" of Epson product Administrative work Complete call reports and timesheets Conference calls with supervisor/others as needed Study product materials to develop product knowledge Review schedule Attend training sessions Supervisory Responsibilities Direct Reports This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports Indirect Reports This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports Travel and/or Driving Requirements Travel is an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is not an essential function of this job. Travel up to 5% Minimum Qualifications Education Level: (required): High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience (preferred): Associate's Degree or equivalent experience Background in retail and Consumer Electronics desired Familiarity with imaging solutions and third party labor a plus Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Good interpersonal skills Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills Basic computer skills including familiarity with Word, Excel, and Internet usage Environmental & Physical Requirements Field / Administrative Requirements Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work may be performed in an office, field, retail store, or warehouse environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work day doing the following activities: engage in considerable physical activity, ability to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds, stand on feet for long periods of time, use products or cook food as appropriate for the demonstration, and may be required to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections). Also required to travel and drive. The use of proper safety practices when handling the products and/or cooking is essential. Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descript