Description
Kraft Foods (NYSE: KFT) is the world's second-largest food and beverage company with 2008 net revenues of more than $40 billion. For more than 100 years, we've been dedicated to helping people around the world eat and live better. Hundreds of millions of times a day, in more than 150 countries, consumers reach for their favorite Kraft brands.
Kraft Foods will be recognized as the leading company in the United States in its ability to attract, develop and retain the highest caliber talent and to fully leverage that talent to achieve consistently superior business results.
The role of the Sales Associate is to grow the customer's and Kraft Foods' business at the retail level. Through selling, planning, ordering and distribution, as well as effectively manage activities such as merchandising, shelving and pricing, the Sales Associate is training for the Sales Representative role.
Primary Responsibilities
Training for the Sales Representative role - develop complete knowledge of Kraft Foods products, systems, and procedures, including: sales objectives, campaigns and promotions, sales brochures and order guides, sales presentations, sources of product and distribution, space management programs and uses, and proper merchandising. Inventory Management/Order Writing - develop skills in order writing and managing inventory. Stock shelves and rotate product - work in conjunction with the Sales Service Rep to ensure inventory is fully stocked, rotated and presentable at all times. Sell new products, displays, and promotions at store level as well as build and maintain displays. Cover open Sales Rep territories as part of development.
Requirements
College Degree Preferred. Previous retail, grocery or sales experience a plus.
Must be able to obtain a CDL within 4 weeks of employment.
Ability to drive a 22 foot box truck with a freezer unit. Must be available for early morning hours, for example, start work at 4am. Ability to travel for approximately 15 weeks per year from Sunday night through Friday to cover for other territories. A flexible work schedule is required - ability to work weekends is a must.
Must complete and pass drug testing and background checks prior to employment.
Ability to perform hard work in a fast-paced work environment and meet defined physical activities (lifting, bending, carrying, pushing, pulling, etc.). Strong interpersonal and effective communication skills. Ability to work independently. Problem solving skills. Strong planning and organization skills. Successful completion of drug test, MVR check, and general background check.
Kraft is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer m/f/d/v, and will only contact the most qualified candidates.
