Retail Manager

Acosta

. Train, mentor, and inspire a team of Retail Coverage Merchandisers (RCMs) to meet and exceed client expectations in merchandising, shelving, and sales execution .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $44,200 - $55,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in retail systems and tools to enhance sales execution while effectively training and mentoring teams to achieve organizational goals. Strong communication and interpersonal skills facilitate relationship-building with retail partners and internal stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Retail Systems ExpertiseTeam Training And MentoringStrong Communication SkillsMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencySales Skills

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Hard Skills

Retail SystemsSales ExecutionCoachingMentoringAuditingActionable FeedbackIn-Store SellingPerformance EvaluationDeveloping Selling MaterialsStrategic Direction

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsTailoring MessagesContinuous Learning Promotion

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointAcosta University

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Retail Coverage MerchandisersClient ExpectationsSales OpportunitiesBest PracticesTeam Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Train, mentor, and inspire a team of Retail Coverage Merchandisers (RCMs) to meet and exceed client expectations in merchandising, shelving, and sales execution
Provide daily strategic direction to maximize sales opportunities and guide the team in identifying best practices and in-store selling opportunities
Conduct regular audits and deliver actionable feedback to ensure high-quality execution
Build strong relationships with retail partners through consistent communication
Partner with Retail Directors and internal stakeholders to align on key initiatives and communicate effectively across teams
Serve as a subject matter expert on Acosta’s retail systems
Train associates using Acosta University and other tools to enhance in-store performance
Develop impactful selling materials for retail meetings
Conduct bi-quarterly evaluations to support team development
Perform other responsibilities as assigned, including meeting physical requirements and maintaining a valid driver’s license for travel

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven ability to see the big picture and translate diverse systems and goals into actionable plans
Strong communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences
Experience in coaching, mentoring, and promoting continuous learning within teams
Ability to align organizational goals with individual performance objectives
Expertise in retail systems and tools to drive efficiency and execution
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite—Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and sales skills
Comfortable presenting to various audiences and responding to questions with confidence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible scheduling options for many field roles
Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities