Now Hiring - S. Abraham & Sons, Inc. - Professional Services Sales Merchandiser in Detroit, MI

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Summary Responsible for the merchandising, rotation, and stocking of merchandise in stores within the assigned accounts. Seeks out new business opportunities to grow sales volume and increase profitability. Assists manager with training part-time merchandisers and supports the full-service program. Provides sales relief vacation coverage for Sales Representatives which requires ordering for the stores where applicable. Essential Functions * Identifies new product areas and programs that can be presented for distribution by SAS. * Nurtures a full partnership relationship between SAS and its customers. * Solicits, develops, and maintains continued profitable sales growth. * Fills-in and supports the full-service program throughout the assigned region. * Checks in the orders that have been delivered to the stores for the assigned departments as needed. * Completes all necessary paperwork, including store documents which must all be sent into headquarters on a weekly basis. * Uses ZiiZii to transmit orders or calls orders into Customer Service. * Creates a purchase order number if necessary. * Maintains plan-o-grams. * Performs department resets and travels to other regions for resets when necessary. * Maintains service standards as established. * Coordinates sales with the other departments to work toward a common goal. * Responsible for the implementation of sales policies and procedures throughout the assigned account. Competencies * Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Must have the ability to travel extensively. * Must show confidence and self-assurance in sales presentation. * Patience, flexibility, and organization. * Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office, Internet & Cellular/Wireless devices.) * Must have well developed interpersonal skills and have the ability to promote harmonious relationships with staff, peers and supervisors. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Hours of work fluctuate, but should average 40 per week, and days of work are Monday through Friday. Hours listed are general hours and may be altered as needed. Additional hours may be required to fulfill job duties and position expectations. Travel Must have ability to travel locally while maintaining necessary account call frequency. Additional travel outside of region will be required occasionally. Required Education and Experience * Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. * Minimum of two years of merchandising experience. Equal Employment Policy S. Abraham & Sons, Inc. hiring and employment practices are based on job qualifications, performance, and/or conduct without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change any time with or without notice. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year Schedule: * Monday to Friday Ability to Commute: * Detroit, MI 48223 (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Detroit, MI 48223: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: * 25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person