Retailer Relationship and Execution Specialist

Retailer Relationship and Execution Specialist

Company: ACO-US

Location: Lexington, Kentucky, 40509

Pay Rate: $21.15 - $22.11

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

The Retailer Relationship & Execution Specialist provides service with an "owners" mindset to achieve great results for On-Shelf availability, Display Execution, Open Sales, Product Ordering, Image Recognition, Inventory Accuracy, Plan-o-Gram Compliance, and Data Collection through store coverage in an assigned territory of up to 60 stores. Building strong relationships with KDMs at the retail store level and beyond will be key to your success. This role will represent Gillette on behalf of Acosta and adhere to company principals, while meeting the objectives set by their manager and the client at a superior level.

What's in it for you?

• Job stability and a flexible schedule between Monday-Friday, normal business/retail hours
• Salaried position with consistent pay (no clocking in/out or hourly tracking)
• Paid time off and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
• Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling and support resources
• Opportunity to work with leading brands and top retailers in your assigned territory
• Mileage supplement program included

What will you do?

• Partner with store managers to resolve product access issues (e.g., locked inventory)
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store leadership and associates to successfully achieve all goals and objectives
• Increase the shelf presence of Gillette products and resolve out-of-stock issues
• Use your professional negotiation skills to overcome obstacles at store level
• Execute merchandising plans, including product placement and promotional activities
• Utilize data to identify issues and implement actionable solutions within the territory
• Travel within the assigned territory to manage store locations, document visits, and report on results
• Follow all company and client policies while maintaining a professional presence in-store

How will you succeed?

• Demonstrate persuasive presentation skills, resilience, determination, and flexibility
• Take a hands-on, ownership approach to problem-solving and execution at the store level
• Build relationships quickly and maintain consistent communication with store leadership
• Utilize Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) to track, report, and manage performance
• Exhibit professionalism, energy, passion, and a proactive approach to overcoming shelf availability challenges
• Successfully complete 4-6 store visits per day, 18-22 visits per week
• Meet or exceed all goals and expectations presented by the client
• Work full-time, Monday-Friday during normal business hours
• Possess and maintain the physical ability to perform all assigned tasks
• Exhibit and maintain a professional appearance within the business casual dress code

Experience and Qualifications:

• 1+ years of relevant Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) experience preferred (Work/Vendor experience in Walmart preferred)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience; degree preferred
• Physical ability to perform all job functions (standing, bending, lifting, climbing)
• Proven ability to build relationships and overcome obstacles to improve sales
• Strong communication, analytical problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficiency across all Microsoft Office applications
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Equal Opportunity Employer (Disabled, Veteran)