About the position
As a Part-Time Territory Sales Associate (TSA) at Hershey's, you will play a crucial role in representing some of the most iconic brands in America, including Reese's, Hershey's Kisses, Twizzlers, and Jolly Ranchers. This position is designed for individuals who are relationship-oriented and possess strong selling skills. You will be responsible for ensuring the best-in-class merchandising of Hershey products in your assigned territory, which includes building displays, increasing distribution of top-selling items, and replenishing permanent secondary displays. The role is considered 'Continuous Part-Time,' requiring you to work between 20-25 hours per week. On average, you will visit between 6-10+ accounts daily, with a work schedule that offers flexibility based on personal and territory needs. Your work hours should generally overlap with the core hours of 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, unless business needs dictate otherwise. This position is remote, but you must reside in or be willing to commute to St. Joseph, MO, as you will be required to drive your personal vehicle approximately 55 miles per day within your assigned territory. While no car allowance is provided, mileage for travel will be reimbursed at 62 cents per mile. In addition to an hourly wage, you will also be eligible for an annual cash bonus, 401k benefits, and paid vacation. This role is ideal for someone looking to gain experience in sales and merchandising while enjoying the flexibility of part-time work.
Responsibilities
- Sell and maintain 100% distribution of all authorized Hershey items in the assigned territory.
- Ensure flawless retail execution of Headquarter Sales and Merchandising Plans with various retailers.
- Achieve all merchandising objectives through effective use of Permanent Secondary Displays and other display vehicles.
- Report weekly activity, expenses, account changes, promotions, and all administrative functions within the assigned territory.
- Submit daily activity reports through the use of tablets upon completion of each day.
- Manage sales territory, which varies due to territory size, number of retailers, and location.
Requirements
- Must have a valid US state issued driver's license.
- Must have a personal vehicle in sound operating condition.
- Must maintain personal auto insurance with minimum coverage of $100,000 per person, $100,000 per accident, and $100,000 property damage, permitting business use.
- Must reside or be willing to commute within the territory boundaries.
- Must be able to drive long distances to make multiple sales calls daily.
- Must be able to lift 10-40 lbs. regularly with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop down, and demonstrate manual dexterity frequently with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Must be able to use tablet technology.
- Must have daily access to wireless internet.
- Must have flexibility and adaptability to changes in territory coverage.
- Availability to work 20-25 hours per week.
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Nice-to-haves
- 3-4 years of food merchandising experience is preferred but not required.
Benefits
- Hourly wage plus an annual cash bonus.
- 401k plan.
- Paid vacation.
