Full Time Retail Sales Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

What We Do  

C.A. Fortune is a national consumer-centric integrated commerce agency built to help brands win at retail. We deliver sales strategy, in-store execution, full-service marketing, and digital commerce through a single, fully integrated partner. Our capabilities span the full shelf: from getting brands on it, to getting them off it. 

We're passionate, energetic, and deeply motivated by one thing: helping brands win over customers and consumers. We bring together sales experts, marketers, e-commerce specialists, data analysts, and creatives. Different backgrounds, one mission.

Who We Are  

C.A. Fortune is built on the belief that great people build great brands. We're a national consumer-centric integrated commerce agency. We show up every day to help brands of all sizes grow, compete, and lead. From emerging challengers to established market leaders, we bring the sales horsepower, marketing firepower, and integrated thinking to move the needle at retail. 

The best brands are built by the best people. Come build with us.

Overview of the Role

• C.A. Fortune is looking for a full-time Retail Sales Specialist to service Hy-Vee.
• You will be responsible for selling, building relationships with store management, gaining/maintaining distribution within a variety of accounts as well as reporting tasks in a reporting system, with varied merchandising opportunities 
• This is a position where you work independently, follow direction, and have excellent communication skills.  
• Reliable transportation, clean driving records, valid driver's license, and maintaining auto insurance are all required    
• Location Hybrid will observe a hybrid schedule half day on Friday- must be local to Fort Dodge, IA, Ames, IA and surrounding areas
• Salary: $46,000 - $50,000 depending on years of experience and expertise 
• This position is full time 37.5 hours per week
• No Weekends. Work is to be completed between Monday and Friday.

Perks

• Monthly automobile stipend
• Monthly phone stipend
• Monthly internet stipend
• Steady and consistent scheduled working hours with available route flexibility
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Company sponsored life insurance
• PTO and sick days
• Two paid volunteer days per year
• 401k with company match
• Weekly pay

What You'll Do at C.A. Fortune

• Represent a diverse portfolio of national and regional brands, calling on Hy-Vee
• Function as the primary liaison between store leadership and manufacturer partners to maximize shelf space, promotional execution, and distribution – directly contributing to sales growth 
• Pitch new products, secure incremental placement, adapt to quickly shifting business needs while consistently delivering sales objectives in a fast-paced retail environment.  
• Utilize mobile technology to take photos, report findings, and complete tasks accurately and efficiently 
• Travel to and between store locations within the designated territory. 
• Must maintain a safe working environment while working in the stores 
• Must adhere to attendance and dress code guidelines 
• Must be able to perform physical activities, i.e., frequent standing , walking , bending , squatting , lifting , etc. throughout the workday  
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds 
• Attend client kickoff video calls and team check-ins as required. 
• Other responsibilities as assigned by your manager 

What You Should Bring to the Table

• Local to the Minneapolis, MN area   
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance are all required    
• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required   
• Merchandising: 1 year (Required)
• A clean driving record    
• Positive and professional attitude and appearance    
• Excellent communication skills   
• Highly motivated self-starter who can work with minimal supervision      
• Microsoft Office Experience (Word, Excel, Email, and Internet Explorer)    
• Cell phone, printer, and computer with internet accessibility   
• May be subject to a background check  

Come As You Are

C.A. is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role align