Retail Sales Representative Salinas California

Job Number: 15006791

Salinas, CA

Nestle USA

Position Location: Home Office - Salinas, California

Working at Nestle:

At Nestl, we pride ourselves in providing true developmental growth, and our world renowned training programs do just that! Build your business mindset and learn all about our industry as a Retail Sales Representative for the largest Nutrition, Health and Wellness Company in the world. We offer an environment that is diverse, challenging and supportive, including hands-on experience and real-world responsibilities. Our collaborative and open business environment that has consistently ranked us as the number one consumer food products company, in Fortune magazine's annual survey of the World's Most Admired companies, for eight consecutive years.

What to Expect:

As a Retail Sales Representatives (RSR), you will immediately take ownership of distinct territories and have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, such as: new item introductions, marketing promotions, increase incremental sales volume, merchandising and maintaining existing product lines to national, regional and local grocery stores. Become an expert in our iconic brands and develop the foundation needed to maximize your growth as a future leader. Your sales territory will be within the area where you reside and company vehicle will be provided. As an RSR, you will benefit from a structured development program, including a 6-week training program, which provides both classroom and field instruction. In addition, you will have access to Nestl University training and other targeted development opportunities.

Major Responsibilities:

Selling Incremental Volume

Sell promotional surveys for displays Sell incremental quantities for display and obtain maximum support for promoted product Sell additional product based on opportunities observed Interfaces with targeted store-level/district-level Retail Operations personnel to create and execute business reviews that drive volume Manages expenditure of financial resources in a fiscally responsible manner May sell new items and promotions at indirect accounts Selling Improved Store Pricing Ensures compliance to pricing guidelines at retail level Reports competitive price changes and promotional support Resolves competitive pricing issues Selling Improved Inventory and Retail Shelf Conditions Identify and correct voids Ensure new items are available Merchandise products to obtain schematic compliance Pack out shelves, rotate products, manage unsellable product Resolve systemic problems related to out-of-stocks and voids Monitors shelf to ensure share of shelf Communications with Store Personnel Develops and maintains proper relations with department/store level personnel within territory in order maximize sales results Communicates competitive and market insights from the retail level to NROC management Career Paths:

Prepare for a future role as a: Business Analyst, Assortment and Planogram Analyst, Customer Development Account Manager, Retail Sales Manager or other developmental positions. Nestl RSR offers you this opportunity by assisting the development of your territory, customers and product portfolio. In addition, being a global company your ability to be geographically mobile can provide opportunities for accelerated advancement.

This entry-level role is designed to develop the future sales leaders of Nestl. These highly sought after positions are comprehensive, interactive and strategically integrated into our Sales department. We are looking for people with the right mix of talent and enthusiasm - with proven leadership skills, strong analytical, communication skills, nationwide mobility and individuals with the ability to work in a team setting are strongly encouraged to apply.

Locations:

We have opportunities for Retail Sales Representative's throughout the United States.

Functional Skills Ability to learn the role and responsibilities of the position Strong communication skills, both oral and written Ability to work with minimal supervision Interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others Detail oriented and able to work in a fast paced environment Ability to solve common problems experienced in a retail environment Computer skills with Microsoft Office applications Ability to analyze financial, inventory, retail conditions, and/or other data to determine appropriate selling approach Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent experience preferred 0-2 years sales related and/or consumer goods experience preferred Other A passion for Sales Valid United States Driver's License and satisfactory driving record are required for this position as a company vehicle will be provided It is mandatory that the successful candidate live within the assigned sales territory for drive time and efficiency purposes Some overnight travel may be requires - 1 or 2 nights per month on average Ability to lift and carry 55 pounds The Nestl companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

The Nestle companies are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran