Retail Sales Specialist - South Central
Emery Jensen Distribution, Arlington, TX, United States
Overview
Emery Jensen Distribution
is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ace Hardware Corporation that distributes hardware & home improvement products to the independent Pro Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments. This field-based Retail Sales Specialist role will assist in driving sales through effective merchandising, stocking, order writing, executing retail pricing, overseeing store conversion programs, maintaining and communicating all POG changes related to retail execution with and to the Sales Director, Territory (Account) Manager and the Customer(s). This position will be responsible to service accounts in the
South Central
region. Responsibilities
Effective merchandising of planograms that result in increased inventory turns and sales results. Maintain exemplary relations with store personnel and management that drives Emery Jensen’s value proposition. Walk floor, inspect Emery Jensen sets, merchandise and stock product as necessary. Execute and maintain store level resets in accordance with store/TM/Sales Director expectations that maximize sales results and turns. Create space on planograms (POGs) and place new products in existing sets that drive incremental sales per square foot. Implement advertising drops. Assist buyers and store employees to help drive retail sales and turns with Emery Jensen products. Ensure orders are accurate, complete, and transition from receiving area to floor selling space in a timely manner. Document any miss picks and shipping issues. Diagnose, research, and answer questions regarding ordering and product trends. Provide customer feedback related to Emery Jensen’s packing and shipping performance from the RSC through delivery. Document customer input regarding shipper performance and attitude, product performance, item scanning issues, reset order logistics, etc. Verify all items needed for POG are represented and properly located. Order any missing SKUs. Correct inventory information as needed. Ensure customer pricing labels are present and in proper placement. Identify deleted items and implement rollover or replacement SKU. Check graphics and POP material as applicable. Recommend needed changes in the product presentation level. Follow up on any special requests made and communicated results to Territory or Account Manager. Write orders for specific categories to be approved by buyers. Assist stores with credits and claims. Attends new store openings and special store events. Execu te price shops as required. Knowledge, Experience, And Competencies
Minimum 3 years of retail or customer service experience or bachelor’s degree with minimum 1 year of retail experience Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications skills with customers and colleagues Detail-oriented and extremely organized self-starter able to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, solve problems and meet deadlines. Ability to work autonomously and accomplish objectives in active store environment. Ability to climb a ladder, carry 35lbs and put away stock away. Up to 80% travel including overnights Air travel required for this position Must reside in Texas, South Central region and have a Texas Drivers License Compensation Details
$54,000 - $65,000 Why should you join our team?
We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, and our customers. Benefits
Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year and annual discretionary contribution Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice Tuition assistance program and development opportunities Employee discounts on products and services Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires. Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview. This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.
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Emery Jensen Distribution
is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ace Hardware Corporation that distributes hardware & home improvement products to the independent Pro Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments. This field-based Retail Sales Specialist role will assist in driving sales through effective merchandising, stocking, order writing, executing retail pricing, overseeing store conversion programs, maintaining and communicating all POG changes related to retail execution with and to the Sales Director, Territory (Account) Manager and the Customer(s). This position will be responsible to service accounts in the
South Central
region. Responsibilities
Effective merchandising of planograms that result in increased inventory turns and sales results. Maintain exemplary relations with store personnel and management that drives Emery Jensen’s value proposition. Walk floor, inspect Emery Jensen sets, merchandise and stock product as necessary. Execute and maintain store level resets in accordance with store/TM/Sales Director expectations that maximize sales results and turns. Create space on planograms (POGs) and place new products in existing sets that drive incremental sales per square foot. Implement advertising drops. Assist buyers and store employees to help drive retail sales and turns with Emery Jensen products. Ensure orders are accurate, complete, and transition from receiving area to floor selling space in a timely manner. Document any miss picks and shipping issues. Diagnose, research, and answer questions regarding ordering and product trends. Provide customer feedback related to Emery Jensen’s packing and shipping performance from the RSC through delivery. Document customer input regarding shipper performance and attitude, product performance, item scanning issues, reset order logistics, etc. Verify all items needed for POG are represented and properly located. Order any missing SKUs. Correct inventory information as needed. Ensure customer pricing labels are present and in proper placement. Identify deleted items and implement rollover or replacement SKU. Check graphics and POP material as applicable. Recommend needed changes in the product presentation level. Follow up on any special requests made and communicated results to Territory or Account Manager. Write orders for specific categories to be approved by buyers. Assist stores with credits and claims. Attends new store openings and special store events. Execu te price shops as required. Knowledge, Experience, And Competencies
Minimum 3 years of retail or customer service experience or bachelor’s degree with minimum 1 year of retail experience Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications skills with customers and colleagues Detail-oriented and extremely organized self-starter able to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, solve problems and meet deadlines. Ability to work autonomously and accomplish objectives in active store environment. Ability to climb a ladder, carry 35lbs and put away stock away. Up to 80% travel including overnights Air travel required for this position Must reside in Texas, South Central region and have a Texas Drivers License Compensation Details
$54,000 - $65,000 Why should you join our team?
We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, and our customers. Benefits
Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year and annual discretionary contribution Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents 21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire Annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice Tuition assistance program and development opportunities Employee discounts on products and services Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off Adoption cost reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity theft protection Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies. Equal Opportunity Employer Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Disclaimer The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires. Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview. This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.
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