Retail District Manager
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Minneapolis, MN, US
Company:
Acosta Group connects consumers with brands through retail marketing and foodservice agencies, prioritizing associate growth and well-being.
Summary:
The Retail District Manager oversees and develops Retail Coverage Merchandisers while managing in-store operations to ensure project completion. Applicants need a High School Diploma and experience in management or retail.
Requirements:
Credentials: High School Diploma or Equivalent, Associate degree preferred
Job Description:
The Retail District Manager is responsible for the management and development of a group of Retail Coverage Merchandisers and Lead Merchandisers. They are responsible for representing the company, our clients, and our customers by effectively supervising and managing RCM work. This includes retail store coverage, set coverage, or coverage of special projects, and executing objectives as set forth by the principal, Business Manager, or the Sales Manager to achieve superior in-store results in assigned territories or stores.
Responsibilities
- Provide effective leadership and management to Retail Coverage Merchandiser/Lead Merchandiser team in assigned geographic area by interviewing and hiring candidates, onboarding and training new associates, managing performance and career development, managing conflict and personnel issues, and providing coaching and support.
- Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the company’s business model, Client and Customer details and expectations, and the specific details of the work processes.
- Work in-store, minimum of 50%, to ensure an understanding of business and project requirements.
- Manage assigned work to completion, on time, and with high quality results. Review project details to verify schedule is accurate and achievable, and supporting documentation is current and correct.
- Assign work to the team and ensure that all jobs have the appropriate level of support. Monitor progress and audit work. Answer questions, solve problems, resolve personnel issues, and adjust resources as needed. Ensure the delivery of all materials, supplies and equipment necessary for all work.
- Understand and optimize selling effectiveness in assigned territories. Identify training needs, desired system and work process improvements, and maintain effective balance of store set/surge work and retail store coverage.
- Partner with store personnel and team to achieve and maintain merchandising excellence, discuss schedules and changes, meet goals and expectations, and build an effective working relationship. Be proactive in alerting management to any unsafe act or condition to prevent injuries.
- Ensure company policies are followed by directly managed associates. This includes but is not limited to proper maintenance of all company owned equipment, accurate and timely expense reporting and activity reporting within company guidelines.
- Communicate retail territory responsibilities to the MEI admin team, to ensure accuracy in the reporting systems.
- Effectively and accurately use technology including MEI; communicate retail priorities and coverage analyses to maintain an effective feedback and measurement system.
- Meeting the physical requirements – listed below.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Work Experience:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Associate degree is preferred.
- Some college with prior management/supervisory experience with a minimum of 2 years industry experience.
- Prior sales agent, retail, customer service or reset responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, decision making and leadership skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
- Self-starter and have a strong attention to detail.
- Quick learner and be flexible to changing work environments.
- Valid driver’s license, have valid transportation, and be able to drive a car for extended periods of time.
- Willing and able to work in cold environments (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections of retail stores) for limited periods of time.
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About Us
Acosta Group is a collective uniting the most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies—Acosta, ActionLink, CORE Foodservice, CROSSMARK, Mosaic, Premium Retail Services, and Product Connections. Together, we connect consumers with the brands they love through omnichannel selling, merchandising, brand advocacy, and integrated marketing.
We recognize our associates are the foundation of our success. That’s why we prioritize your growth, development, and well-being to help you reach your full potential. With programs designed to support a fulfilling work-life balance, we offer opportunities that fit your lifestyle and ambitions—whether you’re looking for part-time flexibility or full-time career advancement.
Ready for a career path that’s as unique as you? Discover your path at Acosta Group!
We empower you to Discover Your Path and fully embrace BEING YOU as you shape your journey with us. At Acosta Group, we value equal opportunity in employment practices and career progression. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race/ethnicity, gender/gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and local laws. Acosta Group will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with physical or mental disabilities to complete applications or interviews for employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact EmployeeServices@acosta.com
Acosta Group and its subsidiaries believe the posted compensation range accurately reflects this role at the time of posting. Final pay may vary based on qualifications and location, and the range may be updated in the future.
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