What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Promoter (Flooring) position at M S International, Inc?
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Location: Middlesex, NJ
Summary: The Flooring Merchandiser is responsible for promoting MSI’s flooring portfolio by visiting customer locations, merchandising product displays, and conducting product knowledge training to drive brand awareness and support sales efforts.
Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM, 1 Saturday(s) a month from 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Seniority Level: Associate
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: This salaried, exempt position pays from $67,000 to $72,000 per year. The estimated annual pay for new hires generally ranges from $72,000 to $78,000 or more, depending on experience, education level and annual bonuses (based on performance).
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:
Promote MSI Flooring Products primarily through merchandising at customer locations, including Retailer/Dealer locations, Landscaping Yards, and when needed, builders, architects, designers, and kitchen dealers.
Conduct product knowledge seminars at customer sites.
Train customer sales teams on MSI product lines.
Maintain accurate customer database and generate sales reports as needed.
Attend trade shows, conventions, and onsite seminars.
Work consistently with existing customers to retain and grow business.
Coordinate with customers to maintain appropriate levels of promotional materials.
Perform additional duties as required or requested.
Additionally, the candidate must meet the following Education and/or Experience requirements:
High School Education required
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Two (2) plus years of experience in a professional environment
Two (2) plus years of retail merchandising experience preferred but not required
Provide a high level of customer service
Excellent communication skills, self-motivated, self-starter with a strong sense of urgency
Personable with an extroverted personality and well-organized
Clear speaker, active listener, and critical thinker
Proactive problem-solving skills
Intermediate proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
Previous experience using iPads, iPhones, or smartphones is helpful
Willingness to travel up to 80% for customer visits and merchandising
Must be able to drive MSI van primarily used for merchandising purposes
Excellent oral and written English communication skills
Strong organizational skills.
This role has the following physical demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with their hands and arms; and communicate verbally. The employee frequently walks, stands and occasionally sits.
The employee must regularly lift, pull and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Benefits: MSI offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and reward our employees. Depending on the role, this may include:
Referral, holiday, and annual bonuses or commission opportunities
Eligibility for an annual merit-based increase
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company-paid Short Term and Long Term disability;
Company-paid Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions
Charitable donation matching programs
Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of MSI employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests.
About MSI: Founded in 1975, MSI is a leading supplier of flooring tile, countertops, wall and backsplash tile and hardscaping surfaces products in North America. Headquartered in Orange, California, MSI also maintains over 50 state-of-the-art showroom and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada. MSI's product line includes an extensive offering of Granite, Quartz, Porcelain, Luxury Vinyl flooring, Slate, Marble, Travertine, Sandstone, Limestone, Quartzite, onyx, stacked stone and pavers imported from over 36 countries on six continents.
Over the years, MSI has been the recipient of many prestigious awards including:
Top 5 fastest growing companies - OC Business Journal
Supplier Diversity Award - Home Depot
#1 Flooring Distributor multiple years in a row - Floor Covering Weekly
Top Workplaces Award winner multiple times - Top Workplaces
MSI Founder named the Entrepreneur of the Year - Ernst and Young
MSI is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion and belonging for all employees. We provide a work environment that allows all employees to do their best work, free from all forms of discrimination. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, military status, religion, disability status, or any other legally protected group. MSI provides reasonable accommodations for all employees and applicants. If you believe you require an accommodation, please speak with your recruiter or a member of our HR team.
Location: Middlesex, NJ
Summary: The Flooring Merchandiser is responsible for promoting MSI’s flooring portfolio by visiting customer locations, merchandising product displays, and conducting product knowledge training to drive brand awareness and support sales efforts.
Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM, 1 Saturday(s) a month from 09:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Seniority Level: Associate
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: This salaried, exempt position pays from $67,000 to $72,000 per year. The estimated annual pay for new hires generally ranges from $72,000 to $78,000 or more, depending on experience, education level and annual bonuses (based on performance).
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:
Promote MSI Flooring Products primarily through merchandising at customer locations, including Retailer/Dealer locations, Landscaping Yards, and when needed, builders, architects, designers, and kitchen dealers.
Conduct product knowledge seminars at customer sites.
Train customer sales teams on MSI product lines.
Maintain accurate customer database and generate sales reports as needed.
Attend trade shows, conventions, and onsite seminars.
Work consistently with existing customers to retain and grow business.
Coordinate with customers to maintain appropriate levels of promotional materials.
Perform additional duties as required or requested.
Additionally, the candidate must meet the following Education and/or Experience requirements:
High School Education required
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Two (2) plus years of experience in a professional environment
Two (2) plus years of retail merchandising experience preferred but not required
Provide a high level of customer service
Excellent communication skills, self-motivated, self-starter with a strong sense of urgency
Personable with an extroverted personality and well-organized
Clear speaker, active listener, and critical thinker
Proactive problem-solving skills
Intermediate proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
Previous experience using iPads, iPhones, or smartphones is helpful
Willingness to travel up to 80% for customer visits and merchandising
Must be able to drive MSI van primarily used for merchandising purposes
Excellent oral and written English communication skills
Strong organizational skills.
This role has the following physical demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with their hands and arms; and communicate verbally. The employee frequently walks, stands and occasionally sits.
The employee must regularly lift, pull and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Benefits: MSI offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support and reward our employees. Depending on the role, this may include:
Referral, holiday, and annual bonuses or commission opportunities
Eligibility for an annual merit-based increase
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company-paid Short Term and Long Term disability;
Company-paid Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions
Charitable donation matching programs
Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of MSI employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests.
About MSI: Founded in 1975, MSI is a leading supplier of flooring tile, countertops, wall and backsplash tile and hardscaping surfaces products in North America. Headquartered in Orange, California, MSI also maintains over 50 state-of-the-art showroom and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada. MSI's product line includes an extensive offering of Granite, Quartz, Porcelain, Luxury Vinyl flooring, Slate, Marble, Travertine, Sandstone, Limestone, Quartzite, onyx, stacked stone and pavers imported from over 36 countries on six continents.
Over the years, MSI has been the recipient of many prestigious awards including:
Top 5 fastest growing companies - OC Business Journal
Supplier Diversity Award - Home Depot
#1 Flooring Distributor multiple years in a row - Floor Covering Weekly
Top Workplaces Award winner multiple times - Top Workplaces
MSI Founder named the Entrepreneur of the Year - Ernst and Young
MSI is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion and belonging for all employees. We provide a work environment that allows all employees to do their best work, free from all forms of discrimination. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, military status, religion, disability status, or any other legally protected group. MSI provides reasonable accommodations for all employees and applicants. If you believe you require an accommodation, please speak with your recruiter or a member of our HR team.
Salary : $67,000 - $72,000