at Acosta Group in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
DESCRIPTION
As an Outside Sales 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 IL markets.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Stimulate market growth through coverage of independent Retail C-Stores that are supplied by cash & carry and c-store distributors in assigned geography
- Manage sales, distribution and merchandising of our brand portfolio within an assigned territory
- Conduct professional product presentations to current and prospective Retail customers
- Place product orders and expand product offerings to retailers by selling initial fill into store by selling product off company supplied van
- Achieving sales goals and brand building presence
- 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
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED
Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:
- 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 van (Ford Transit Connect or similar)
- 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
ABOUT US
Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Category: Retail
Position Type: Full time
Business Unit: Sales
Salary Range: $44,200.00 – $55,300.00
Company: Acosta Employee Holdco LLC
Req ID: 1820
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