Merchandising Representative

The Merchandising Representative role at Celsius involves promoting and merchandising Celsius products across various retail channels, including grocery, specialty, health clubs, and convenience stores, with a focus on in-store displays, demos, and account management.

Location: Chicago, IL

Salary: $25/hour + Overtime (as needed)

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out merchandising initiatives
• Call on target accounts
• Speak with Manager to sell in PDQ's, displays/end cap placement in store
• Communicate sales leads and other incremental opportunities to Celsius territory manager
• Expand product distribution as approved by the store manager within the guidelines of the account type
• Ensure that account shelves, cold vault and stand-alone coolers are stocked and merchandised according to designated brand flow
• Rotate backstock to existing displays, racks, cold space, warm shelf according to account guidelines
• Place point of sales materials as approved by account manager
• Participate in new store openings and store reset support
• Take pictures; include photos with reporting documents weekly
• Conduct demos upon request
• Develop and maintain an organized list of target/key accounts in the territory to help execute weekly /monthly planning
• Communication as needed with territory sales manager/district manager/regional manager
• Make 15-20 account calls per day
• Track and complete all account calls within the Celsius sales app
• Submit weekly work logs including mileage
• Other records or documentation as assigned

Requirements

• 0-2 years of experience working in retail or merchandising. Prior experience in merchandising a plus
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work flexible hours, 40 hr. work week (Wednesday - Sunday)
• Motivated, enthusiastic, and positive attitude
• Must be a self-starter and team player
• Excellent driving record and insurance/license required
• Personal vehicle to use, an allowance will be provided
• Must be committed to providing outstanding customer service
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively internally as well as with external contacts
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Ability to multi-task within a fast-paced industry
• Candidate must live in within their county area

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
• Long- and short-term disability
• Life insurance
• 10 Vacation days per year subject to accrual policy
• 11 Company paid holidays
• 401(k) with Company match
• Identity theft and legal services

Additional Information

• This is a driving position. A valid U.S. Driver's License required; applicants must pass an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) screening.