Retail Execution Specialist - Sports Hydration Industry - Houston, TX - BODYARMOR & POWERADE Brands

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Are you a motivated and sales-driven individual looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the sports hydration industry? Do you have a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth? BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition (BASN), a leading brand in the sports hydration market, is seeking a talented Retail Execution Specialist to join our team in the Houston, TX area. As a key member of our Retail Execution team, you will play a critical role in amplifying the execution of our fan and athlete-loved brands, BODYARMOR and POWERADE, on shelves and displays in-store.

About BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition (BASN)

BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition (BASN) is an innovative company that offers premium sports and active hydration products under the BODYARMOR and POWERADE brands. Backed by one of the most iconic global brands, The Coca-Cola Company, which acquired BASN in 2021, we are driven by passion, grit, teamwork, and the vision of becoming #1 in Sports Hydration. Our company culture is built on the principles of curiosity, empowerment, inclusivity, and agility, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity of thought, background, and experience is celebrated.

Job Summary

As a Retail Execution Specialist (RES), you will be the ultimate ambassador for BODYARMOR and POWERADE. Your primary responsibility will be to drive sales growth and maximize the presence of our brands within your assigned territory. You will work closely with our sales team, Coca-Cola Merchandisers, and store personnel to execute sales and merchandising plans, provide in-depth product knowledge, and gather valuable customer insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Growth and Merchandising: Identify opportunities to grow the base business, increase sales, optimize display space, and improve productivity while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Creative Display Management: Assist with the installation and maintenance of creative displays aligned with branding initiatives, creating disruption points throughout the store to engage consumers with our brands.
• Brand Ambassadorship: Actively interact with store personnel and consumers to provide in-depth product knowledge and insights, ensuring a positive brand experience.
• Program Execution: Efficiently execute all sales programs and initiatives, including selling-in promotional programs, ensuring customer compliance, and achieving maximum brand potential.
• Collaboration: Partner with Coca-Cola Merchandisers and BASN Field team to execute sales and merchandising plans effectively, maintain product inventory levels, minimize out-of-stocks, and uphold company merchandising standards.
• Customer Insights: Gather and report customer needs, problems, interests, and competitive activities, providing valuable input to internal teams for continuous improvement and increased customer goodwill.
• Territory Account Maintenance: Handle tasks such as checking date codes, managing account adherence to plan-o-grams, replacing decals or tags, and transporting, building, and maintaining point of sale advertising and coupons for territory accounts as needed.
• Utilization of Technology: Utilize company-provided technology for real-time daily reporting, analyze reports, and leverage insights to drive success in-store.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

• Location: Must be located in Houston, TX or the surrounding area.
• Education: Bachelor's degree or relevant experience required.
• Experience: Entry-level applicants without experience but with a willingness to learn will be considered, as will candidates with 0-2 years' experience in sales, merchandising, marketing, or customer service.
• Travel: Position requires substantial local travel (~75%) within identified territories.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to lift upwards of 25-50lbs with frequent bending, reaching, and kneeling to support product display building and events.
• Driving: Must have a personal vehicle, maintain an excellent driving record, and valid driver's license for use during work hours, and willingness to drive throughout the territory as a primary function of the role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sales and Merchandising Experience: Strong selling skill set and ability to influence store/ownership personnel through fact-based data selling.
• Interpersonal and Time-Management Skills: Strong interpersonal and time-management skills, and ability to effectively communicate successes, challenges, and opportunities, verbally and in writing, cross-functionally and through all levels of management.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Willingness to understand and engage in the activities BODYARMOR & POWERADE consumers are engaged in.

What We Offer

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary range of $54,200 - $63,600, depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additionally, you will have access to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position.

Career Growth Opportunities:

At BASN, we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. You will have opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career within our organization.

Work Environment and Company Culture:

Our company culture is built on the principles of curiosity, empowerment, inclusivity, and agility. We value diversity of thought, background, and experience, and strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and sales-driven individual looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the sports hydration industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application today, and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

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Don't worry if you don't meet every single requirement. We value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all. Submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career with BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition (BASN)!