Merchandiser Travel Retail Ser Lead

General Information Company: ACO-US Location: Asheville, North Carolina 28803 Reference #: 64714 Pay Rate: $18.00 Pay Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Function: Merchandising Employment Duration: Full-time Benefits Medical, dental and vision insurance Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability 401k program Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program Description and Requirements Merchandiser Travel Retail Ser Lead is responsible for representing Acosta, our clients, and our customers by effectively leading a team and performing reset and remodel work including, but not limited to, the proper implementation of plan-o-grams, new item placement, void corrections, and special merchandising activity. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, quick learner, has a strong attention to detail, and works well in a team or independent situation. They must possess excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with business partners. What will you do? Serve as a team lead in the organization and execution of reset and remodel work. Effectively partner with store personnel for the scheduling and communication of reset and remodel work. Read and follow a plan-o-gram to effectively complete reset and remodel work. Have a working knowledge of merchandising and retail terminology. Partner with store personnel and co-workers to achieve and maintain merchandising excellence, discuss changes, and build an effective working relationship. Effectively and accurately prepare, process, submit, and manage documentation related to assigned reset and remodel work. Perform job safely by demonstrating full awareness of surroundings. Utilize proper safety techniques and equipment use when necessary. Be proactive in alerting management to any unsafe act or condition to prevent injuries. Understand and follow all Acosta Policies and standard operating procedures. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Some experience may be substituted for some of the above education. 3+ years of supervisory / management experience with the authority to direct and/or oversee employees' daily work activities. 3+ years of Customer Service experience preferred. Prior sales agent, retail and reset responsibility experience preferred. Possess excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with business partners. Comfortable utilizing technology (smartphones, computer, copier/fax, handheld devices). Strong demonstration of the following core competencies: Quality Commitment : Maintain quality standards that meet and/or exceed expectations. Detail Oriented : Ensure work accuracy. Customer Service : Provide a level of service to customers. Communication Skills : Ability to communicate effectively. Technical Proficiency : Ability to work accurately with web-based applications to indicate work availability, check work assignments, accept work assignments, receive work documentation and information, record work start and completion times, record work mileage, record work expenses, record work time and attendance, and complete training activities. Be willing and able to work in cold environmental conditions (e.g., refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores) for limited periods of time. Must possess strong interpersonal, organizational, decision-making and leadership skills. Must be able to read and communicate effectively with others. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in a car for extended periods of time. Travel is required, with overnight stays up to 75 - 100% of the time. Occasional weekend work would also be required. Must be at least 21 years of age to obtain the necessary credentials for travel. Equal Opportunity Employer Acosta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Acosta utilizes E-Verify for all job applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr Acosta