Merchandiser/Substitute Sales

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for coordinating store set up of new accounts acquired by the Holiday Wholesale sales team from beginning to end.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Coordinate store set up of new accounts acquired by Holiday Wholesale sales team from beginning to end.
• Travel to various accounts to set up stores which may require overnight stays.
• Order any merchandising materials needed for setting up of new accounts and invoice materials prior to set up date.
• Write up a floor plan that gives the account optimal sales performance.
• Set up new products delivered to the account, add rail strips and item tags for each product, and move shelving if required.
• Complete follow up calls and customize account retails.
• Attend sales meetings and learning events as directed.
• Stock the work vehicle with merchandising material and order more when stock is low.
• Look up item numbers of missing shelf tags. This includes follow ups, manufacturer requests, and tag requests made by Sales representatives and individual accounts.
• Create full sets of Holiday Wholesale retail item tags for store sets when needed and print tags out.
• Organize the ordering and obtaining of requested racking submitted by Sales representatives and accounts.
• Educate the retail customer, sign up and enforce compliance for the WAM Manufacturer Program.
• Maintain professionalism while interacting with customers and co-workers.
• Make Substitute Sales calls and visits when needed.
• Work all Holiday Wholesale Trade Shows at whatever capacity needed. Work outside trade shows representing Holiday Wholesale as directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to operate computer and scanning devices for placing orders.
• Knowledge and ability to us Microsoft Office.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, lift, and sit.
• Ability to drive and navigate form one account to another
• Ability to work independently.
• Self-Starter.
• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a good driving record, free of accidents and speeding tickets, and no OWI convictions.

Some overnight stays may be required.