Retail Sales Representative - Alexandria, LA

The Retail Sales Representative (RSR) delivers a competitive advantage for General Mills with the core mission of maximizing incremental sales and profitability. This role drives unparalleled in-store execution of selling, merchandising/display and distribution initiatives across a geographical area.  

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

FIELD SELLING (70% of time) 

• Maximize incremental sales and displays based on in-store observations and selling into key decision makers

• Deliver sales results exhibiting superior sales and negotiation skills

• Develop and maintain partnerships with key decision makers within territory in order to overcome objections and maximize sales results 

PROBLEM SOLVING & ANALYTICS (10% of time) 

• Develop foundational selling skills and product knowledge through immersive field experiences

• Utilize analytical data to drive sales at store level

• Prepare for retail sales calls by gathering relevant store, product, and market data to create effective selling presentations for key decision makers 

EXECUTIONAL EXCELLENCE (20% of time) 

• Take personal accountability and ownership for results, and deeply understand customer needs

• Understand GMI products, categories, and brand priorities and how to link those to store opportunities

• Communicate market insights from the store level to management

• Leverage point of sale materials to drive incremental displays

• Successfully execute NRO retail priorities, through results-driven retail coverage 

LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS 

• Model General Mills leadership behaviors and values to foster an inclusive environment, embrace a learning and growth mindset, and demonstrate personal accountability  

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS 

• Fleet Eligible

• Can opt in to receive a company car or join the car allowance program

• A gas card is also provided when selecting the company car

• Up to 15 days of vacation annually (prorated based on start date) and 11 paid company holidays

• 401(k) matching

• Health Insurance - Includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• AND much more! 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

• Must live in 30-mile radius of the Alexandria or Pineville, LA areas or willing to self-relocate within 30 days of start

• Passion to sell/represent General Mills and our top consumer food brands

• A valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

• Relevant work experience with a High School Diploma/equivalent

• Proficient ability to use tablets (i.e. iPad) and Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external partners

• Strong problem-solving, analytic, influencing, and negotiation skills

• Ability to work with a high degree of independence

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Majority of the time will be spent in customer stores

• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 24 pounds while using the appropriate lifting techniques and safety rules

• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and some climbing of ladders at store level 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS  

• Industry experience in sales, customer-facing sales, or other relevant experience

• Ability to build relationships with key decision-makers across an organization

• Bachelor’s Degree 

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• International relocation or international remote working arrangements will not be considered.

• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.