Retail Sales Associate - Tallahassee

Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero Company, is a prominent leader in the ice cream and frozen dessert manufacturing industry. Known for its commitment to quality and innovation, Wells Enterprises has established itself as a trusted brand with a strong presence in retail markets. As a subsidiary of Ferrero, a global leader in confectionery, Wells Enterprises benefits from extensive resources and a culture focused on excellence and customer satisfaction. The company emphasizes sustainable practices and community engagement, striving to deliver not only delicious products but also positive experiences to customers.

Wells Enterprises is currently seeking a Retail Sales Associate to join their team in the Tallahassee territory. This role is integral to the continued growth and success of the company’s retail operations. The Retail Sales Associate will be responsible for servicing and selling to retail accounts within the assigned territory, fostering strong customer relationships and driving sales performance. This position offers a company car and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting the company's commitment to employee well-being and support.

In this role, the Retail Sales Associate acts as a brand ambassador and the face of Wells Enterprises to both customers and consumers. The successful candidate will provide best-in-class customer service, offering expert knowledge on Wells brands and products while resolving any issues or concerns that arise. Maintaining strong relationships with store personnel is essential, as is ensuring full distribution of existing SKUs and the strategic placement of new items in accordance with approved planograms. Daily merchandising tasks such as replenishing stock, product facing, tagging, rotation, display building, POS material placement, and reset support are part of the routine responsibilities.

The position requires proactive efforts to boost incremental sales by securing display placements and pre-selling items for upcoming promotions. Effective management of time and priorities for store calls within the territory is critical, with adherence to assigned call frequencies. The Associate must also complete accurate and timely database entries, reporting, recaps, expense reports, store audits, and other ad hoc administrative tasks.

Wells Enterprises values employees who show keen attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and strong time management abilities. The company seeks individuals who can work independently while contributing to team success, demonstrate good judgment, respect others, and maintain a commitment to exceeding customer expectations. The base pay range for this role is $23-24 per hour, plus bonus, highlighting the competitive compensation package. This role involves daytime travel approximately 25 percent of the time, with occasional overnight stays possible.

Wells Enterprises is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encouraging diversity and inclusion in their workforce. This opportunity is an excellent fit for individuals seeking a dynamic sales role with a respected company that offers growth potential and stability in the food manufacturing sector.