Hershey's Part-Time Territory Sales Associate; Moline, IL

Hershey's Part‑Time Territory Sales Associate (Moline, IL)

Requisition Number: 129136

Location:

Moline, IL

Eligible zip codes: 52722, 52726, 52728, 52732, 52742, 52747, 52748, 52753, 52761, 52768, 52801, 52802, 52803, 52804, 52806, 52807, 61081, 61201, 61231, 61232, 61238, 61240, 61241, 61244, 61250, 61252, 61254, 61256, 61257, 61264, 61265, 61273, 61275, 61278, 61281, 61282, 61401, 61410, 61412, 61434, 61448, 61462, 61467, 61486, 61490.

This is a remote position; candidates must be comfortable traveling to each of the store locations. This position will require you to drive your personal vehicle 55 miles per day in your assigned territory. Mileage may vary depending on where you live in comparison to the territory. No car allowance is provided; however, mileage for travel will be reimbursed at 62 cents per mile.

A Part‑Time territory sales associate role is a great way for a relationship‑oriented person to flex their selling skills while representing some of the biggest and most exciting brands in America. Our territorial sales associates sell and insure best in class merchandising to include building displays, increasing distribution of top‑selling items, and replenishing permanent secondary displays.

Work Schedule

This position is considered “Continuous Part‑Time” working 20‑25 hours per week. On average, a TSA will visit between 6‑10+ accounts per day. Flexible work schedules are offered based on personal needs, territory needs, and being present in stores when key decision makers are available. Your workday should overlap the core hours of 6:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise required by business needs.

This position offers an hourly starting rate of $15.50–$16.50 per hour. Rate may vary depending upon skill, experience, and geographic location(s).

• Sell and maintain 100% distribution of all “authorized” Hershey items in the assigned territory, ensuring flawless retail execution of headquarter sales and merchandising plans.
• Achieve all merchandising objectives through the effective use of permanent secondary displays and other display vehicles established within the retail execution plan.
• Report weekly activity, expenses, account changes, promotions, and all administrative functions within the assigned territory.
• Submit daily activities through tablet usage, completing the submission each day.
• Manage sales territory, which varies due to territory size, number of retailers, and location.

• Valid US state‑issued driver’s license.
• Personal vehicle in sound operating condition.
• Personal auto insurance with minimum coverage of $100,000 per person / $100,000 per accident / $100,000 property damage, permitting business use.
• Willingness to reside or commute within the territory boundaries listed above.
• Ability to drive long distances to make multiple sales calls daily.
• Capacity to lift 10–40 lbs regularly.
• Capacity to bend, kneel, stoop, and demonstrate manual dexterity frequently.
• Proficiency with tablet technology.
• Daily wireless internet access.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changes in territory coverage.
• Availability for 20–25 hours per week.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  3–4 years in food merchandising preferred but not required.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.

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