Field Service and Sales Representative

Associated Distributors has established itself as a premier store merchandiser of sunglasses and cellular accessories to convenience stores and truck stops. We pride ourselves on the level of service that we provide to each retail store to make sure our products are replenished and well displayed. As part of the Lil’ Drug Store Products family of companies we offer a benefits package that includes health insurance, 401(k) plan and paid-time off. Lil’ Drug Store Products is the leading health and beauty care supplier to over 125,000 convenience stores throughout the country. They have achieved consistent growth and success and is recognized as an industry leader. The Company is committed to their employees and their customers.

Associated Distributors is expanding field operations with opportunities to grow. We are hiring a Field Service Representative to establish good working relationships with retailers we serve by placing orders, servicing, cleaning, and selling our products in the assigned territory.

Essential Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Order products for the retailer by utilizing an electronic hand-held device, or leave behind suggest order.
• Work independently to place products accurately with a high quality, clean, visual display
• Establish and maintain rapport with key store individuals while providing outstanding customer service
• Service a store route consisting of approximately 500-750 driving miles per week
• Update and maintain display assortment with best-selling products for each store
• Acquire new customer accounts in existing territory
• Drive sales by selling promotional displays to existing customers
• Manage store route planning in an efficient manner
• Travel extensively through assigned region
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• Minimum of 1-year retail experience
• Route sales experience preferred

Territory:

• SE MO, AR, Western TN, NW MS
• Weekly Mileage: 500-750
• Overnight Travel: 1-3

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to travel extensively including overnight in a hotel 2-3 nights per week?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Retail: 1 year (Preferred)
• Merchandising: 1 year (Preferred)
• Sales: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Little Rock, AR: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road