Retail Coverage Merchandiser

Job Title: Retail Coverage Merchandiser

Company: Acosta

Location: Utica, Michigan, 48316

Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour (Range $15.00 – $15.00)

Employment Duration: Full-time

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability
• 401(k) program
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

As the Retail Coverage Merchandiser, you will optimize product visibility and drive sales in retail stores. Your duties include conducting store visits, collaborating with store managers, using technology for data collection, maintaining display standards, completing special projects, and building relationships.

• Cover a set territory of retailers, ensuring merchandising coverage goals through regular store visits.
• Support store managers on initiatives such as new product introductions and contests.
• Use the company‑furnished tablet to collect and report data from store visits.
• Ensure full distribution and display of products; maintain cleanliness, stocking, rotating, and pricing merchandise.
• Conduct audits to verify data codes, plan‑o‑grams, and report observations to the Unit Manager.
• Consult with management, meet objectives and goals, and report store‑level observations related to client products and customer needs.
• Advocate for clients by identifying sales opportunities, shelf work, and building relationships with store managers.
• Execute the retail territory coverage plan to achieve merchandising coverage goals.

• Adhere to store policies and procedures while representing clients with professionalism.
• Be detail‑oriented, ensuring accuracy and precision in product display and audits.
• Prioritize customer service, building positive relationships with store managers and customers.
• Communicate effectively with team members, management, and clients, ensuring clear and concise communication.
• Be comfortable using technology, such as a tablet, for data collection and reporting.
• Work independently, possess strong communication skills, and manage time effectively.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior retail experience preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated core competencies: quality commitment, attention to detail, customer service, and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand/walk for long periods.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Acosta is an Equal Opportunity Employer—Disabled, Veteran. Under applicable requirements such as the San Francisco FCO and Los Angeles FCHIO, we consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Acosta uses E‑Verify for employment eligibility verification.