US-NJ: Parsippany-Sales Merchandising Manager (Parsippany/..

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Job Title: Sales Merchandising Manager (Parsippany/Clifton)
Job Location: NJ: Parsippany
Pay Rate: Open
Job Length: full time
Start Date: 2008-05-12

Company Name: Scotts Lawnservice
Contact: Human Resources
Phone: email only please
Fax: email only please

Description: Sales Merchandising Manager (Parsippany/Clifton) – 009465

Job Description

I am interested!

Description General Summary The Sales Merchandising Manager is responsible for providing world-class retail store service, increasing in-store presence of Scotts Company brands and assessing local market opportunities to maximize sales through the development of local marketing plans. The primary focus of the role is to maximize sales within our major home center retail partners. Key Responsibilities Include * Drive in-store sales in conjunction with Business Development and Brand Marketing Teams goals. * Develop key customer relationships and use fact based selling and marketing techniques to influence the assignment of incremental display space for Scotts brands. * Hire, train and manage seasonal merchandisers and counselors. * Build effective relationships internally (within Scotts) and externally (with our customer’s associates and our consumers). * Ensure 100% compliance with promotional displays. * Effectively present sales opportunities and execute sales plans with our customer’s Garden Captains, Department Managers and District Managers. * Use marketing tactics and product knowledge to create sales strategies to take advantage of localized market conditions and related opportunities. * Comply with all administrative tracking requirements (timesheets, applicant tracking, training, surveys, expense reports etc.). * Demonstrate effective time management - Ability to manage self, time and priorities. * Utilize and teach proper safety techniques and equipment and report all incidents to Safety Department and management in a timely fashion. * Provide product knowledge and education to customers and consumers. * Partner and communicate with District Manager and Human Resources on issues as appropriate. Supervision Exercised A. Number and titles of positions directly supervised: 6-12 Merchandisers & Counselors, number varies based on territory and season B. Number and titles of positions indirectly supervised: n/a

Qualifications Minimum Requirements A. Education * Bachelor Degree in relevant area of study (i.e. Horticulture or Business Management) is preferred OR equivalent experience. * High School Diploma or equivalent is required. B. Experience * Two-years of prior field sales and/or retail merchandising experience. * Supervisory experience strongly preferred. C. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities * Ability to identify and troubleshoot problems to determine resolution. * Knowledge of Home Center specific channels of distribution. * Strong delegation skills. * Strong organizational and follow up skills. * Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Demonstrated sales presentation skills. * Good computer skills required including use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. * Ability to read, write and speak English. D. Physical Requirements * Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 60 lbs. * Ability to occasionally climb an 8-12 foot ladder and reach overhead. * May be exposed to changes in temperature and humidity including indoor/outdoor working conditions. E. General Requirements * Must be willing to submit to The Scotts Company background check policy which includes Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, drug test and background check. * Must have current valid drivers license and ability to drive. * High Speed internet access readily available. * Flexibility to work evenings and weekends during in-season periods. * Ability to regularly travel overnight by automobile or airline. * Must complete all required training courses within appropriate time periods.

This is a list of the major responsibilities, duties, and physical demands required of this position and may not be all inclusive.

Profile Job Field Sales Locations NJ-Parsippany Organization NA Field Sales Schedule Full-time Shift Day Job Travel Yes, 25 % of the Time

Eligible for Relocation? Yes




Please refer to Job code scottslawn-123680 when responding to this ad.


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