Plan and prioritize sales activities and customer contact towards achieving agreed business aims, includes inventory and sales objectives. Manage product mix and shelf space according to agreed upon R.O.I targets. Work closely with store managers and internal business group personnel to meet product assortment goals and overall sales growth goals by store. Plan/carry out/support local marketing activities and integrate personal sales efforts with other organized marketing activities, ie. product launches, promotions, advertising and product demonstrations. Monitor and report on market and competitor activities and provide relevant reports and information. Lead training sessions with store personnel and end consumers to ensure high level of accuracy in paint tinting, product knowledge and sales techniques. Conduct outside sales activities and customer contact in the commercial sales market through various communication measures, e.g., telephone contact, face-to-face, product demonstrations, and product launches. Work closely with internal commercial and business development group personnel to develop commercial sales product knowledge and to focus goals within regional target market and product mix. Provide high level of customer service in responding to customer complaints; escalate issues to appropriate personnel as required. Manage and control expenses within agreed upon budget. Assist retail customers with product purchase.

Responsible for selling and servicing United Industries Corporation, a subsidiary of Spectrum Brands Inc., products through established national retail accounts in assigned territory. Performs sales activities of United Industries Corporation products to retail accounts. Develop and maintain relationships with key store level decision makers (IMAs, Department Managers, Store Managers) for the purpose of enhancing, growing and driving sales. Meet or exceed sales goals by maintaining store presentation standards through resets, fixture installation, store sets, retrofits, inventory reconciliation, shelf maintenance, display maintenance and POP installation. Place replenishment orders with store management to increase volume and contribute to bottom line sales. Identify opportunities for incremental display space to drive volume goals. Provide product knowledge training to store personnel with the intention of allowing them to better drive sales to the end user. Assist retail consumers with the selection and purchase of United Industries products. Conduct pricing surveys and track orders to determine if any additional selling opportunities are present. Assist in interviewing and training seasonal merchandisers. Provide daily direction to seasonal merchandisers including planning, organizing, leading, assigning and directing work. Provide coaching, performance feedback, problem-solving and continuous improvement support; address and resolve critical issues immediately. Ensure compliance with performance expectations and all company values and policies including safety, attendance, store presence, and travel. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

Responsible for servicing, merchandising, and promoting the sale of company’s consumer packaged goods products within established national retail accounts in assigned territory. Additionally this position is responsible for building consumer loyalty by assisting consumers in selecting products appropriate to their need, through asking questions, listening, recommending products and influencing the sale.

Experienced selecting, assessing, coaching, counseling and developing associates in a retail environment. A strong customer service orientation and focus. Effective organizational, communication (written and verbal) and problem solving skills. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced and ever-changing big box retail environment. Ability to work in both inside and outside environmental conditions. Physical ability to move large, bulky and/or heavy merchandise. Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties. Responsible for driving sales, customer service, associate development, store profitability, in- stock and store appearance. Oversee all operational areas of the store (e.g., Back End, Front End, Inventory Management and Back Office). Responsible for executing core programs and strategies to improve customer service, in-stock and store appearance. Drive safety standards and environmental compliance by executing the company’s Handling Hazardous Materials, Recycling, and Environmental Programs. Drive profitability through expense management, Shrink mitigation, and overall operational efficiency in all areas of the store.

Responsible for providing superior customer service, driving sales and margin in alignment, with the financial plan of the retail store. Primary responsibilities include: creating an inviting shopping environment for customers to complete their projects. Partner with Store Manager to develop strategies and objectives to drive sales and profitability. Provide supervision and leadership to associates so that these strategies and objectives are executed successfully and ensure associates are equipped with proper selling skills. Analyze trends, solve problems and develop themselves and associates in order to maximize contribution to the store’s success.

Responsible for providing superior customer service and driving sales and margin in alignment with the financial plan of the retail store. Primary responsibilities include controlling and monitoring overall store expenses, and ensuring that all corporate financial and merchandising standards are maintained and enforced. The ASM also oversees a variety of store specific programs (e.g., Installed Sales, Delivery, Product Services). Additional responsibilities include overseeing the overall safety, security, supervision, training, mentoring, and scheduling of all assigned personnel, as well as any other duties as assigned.Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as needed. Previous management and people leadership experience in retail, (including: drug store, grocery, hard lines, or general merchandise). Functional knowledge of retail merchandising, operations and management practices and procedures. Experience selecting, assessing, coaching, counseling and developing associates in a retail environment. A strong customer service orientation and focus. Effective organizational, communication (written and oral) and problem solving skills. Comfort operating in a fast-paced and ever-changing big box retail environment. Ability to work in both inside and outside environmental conditions. Physical ability to move large, bulky and/or heavy merchandise. Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties.Responsibilities also included: Driving shareholder value, Managing customer relations, Getting work done through others, Inspiring others, Understanding the business, Managing work processes, Operating store equipment