Route sales associate vs merchandiser, sales

Differences between route sales associate and merchandiser, sales duties and responsibilities

Route sales associate example responsibilities.

• Manage logs and records as per dot regulations.
• DOT certify for instances involving driving a Frito-Lay truck.
• Utilize point of purchase (POS) materials to drive sales.
• Execute merchandise standards and increase impulse sales through POS promotions and special displays.
• Use effective communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with customers during pickup and/or delivery of packages.
• Deliver and sell Pepsi products to corporate businesses and retail establishments.

Merchandiser, sales example responsibilities.

• Manage backroom/stock room inventory by organizing pallets, stacking and storing product inventory.
• Negotiate constantly with store managers and floor managers in order to secure POS display space and proper allocation of inventory.
• Assist patients with Critical/Triage calls; document necessary symptoms for medical assistants to determine what medical intervention is necessary.
• Core merchandising skills; all products in distribution and arrange in POG.
• Make sure that compliance are met for client according to POG for reset, remodel or setup of new store.
• Build rapport and communicate effectively with ASM management and externally with all customers.