OVERVIEW

This position is responsible for the in-house marketing, promotion, and sale of specified products.  This requires learning about the detailed history of the products/companies and being prepared and ready to communicate this to the customer as part of the overall promotion.  Based on a broad promotional concept, the incumbent will use his/her creativity in setting up and designing necessary displays within specified locations.   Considerable point-of-sale interaction with the ultimate customer is expected and required and the ability to significantly and positively impact the sales volume of the assigned product as a result, is a fundamental expectation for this position.

Responsibilities

Positively impacting sales volume as a result of individual in-house and point-of-sale involvement. Closing and selling the product at the display location or encouraging the customer to add the product to their shopping cart. Based on broad marketing guidelines, works with the Acosta team and store management in setting up and designing in-house (Exchange facility) marketing, promotion, and point-of-sale environment conducive to enhanced product presentation and sales volume.  Considerable latitude is given to the incumbent in using his/her creativity. Professional, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic communication and interaction with the customer on a face-to-face basis, and/or, at times, using audio/video equipment as part of the product presentation, is part of the overall expectation. Work closely with exchange management and develop good professional relationships to ensure smooth and cooperative involvement in the marketing, promotion, and sale of products. May require some travel, and product movement/placement. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma / GED required. 1-year experience in dealing with the public at the retail sales level. Excellent verbal communication skills.  Must be able to comfortably interact with the public.  Must have a professional appearance & demeanor.  Must be very familiar with EXCEL and WORD.  Must be able to present to the public. Must have a valid driver’s license.