Full Time Retail Sales Specialist

What We Do

C.A. Fortune is a national consumer-centric integrated commerce agency built to help brands win at retail. We deliver sales strategy, in-store execution, full-service marketing, and digital commerce through a single, fully integrated partner. Our capabilities span the full shelf: from getting brands on it, to getting them off it.

We’re passionate, energetic, and deeply motivated by one thing: helping brands win over customers and consumers. We bring together sales experts, marketers, e-commerce specialists, data analysts, and creatives. Different backgrounds, one mission.

Who We Are

C.A. Fortune is built on the belief that great people build great brands. We're a national consumer-centric integrated commerce agency. We show up every day to help brands of all sizes grow, compete, and lead. From emerging challengers to established market leaders, we bring the sales horsepower, marketing firepower, and integrated thinking to move the needle at retail.

The best brands are built by the best people. Come build with us.

Overview of the Role

C.A. Fortune is looking for a full-time Retail Sales Specialist to service Hy-Vee.

You will be responsible for selling, building relationships with store management, gaining/maintaining distribution within a variety of accounts as well as reporting tasks in a reporting system, with varied merchandising opportunities

This is a position where you work independently, follow direction, and have excellent communication skills.

Reliable transportation, clean driving records, valid driver’s license, and maintaining auto insurance are all required

Location Hybrid will observe a hybrid schedule half day on Friday- must be local to Minneapolis, MN and surrounding areas

Salary: $ 45,000 - $52,000 depending on years of experience and expertise

This position is full time 37.5 hours per week

No Weekends. Work is to be completed between Monday and Friday.

Perks

Monthly automobile stipend

Monthly phone stipend

Monthly internet stipend

Steady and consistent scheduled working hours with available route flexibility

Medical, Dental, Vision, Company sponsored life insurance

PTO and sick days

Two paid volunteer days per year

401k with company match

Weekly pay

What You’ll Do at C.A. Fortune

Represent a diverse portfolio of national and regional brands, calling on Hy-Vee

Function as the primary liaison between store leadership and manufacturer partners to maximize shelf space, promotional execution, and distribution – directly contributing to sales growth

Pitch new products, secure incremental placement, adapt to quickly shifting business needs while consistently delivering sales objectives in a fast-paced retail environment.

Utilize mobile technology to take photos, report findings, and complete tasks accurately and efficiently

Travel to and between store locations within the designated territory.

Must maintain a safe working environment while working in the stores

Must adhere to attendance and dress code guidelines

Must be able to perform physical activities, i.e., frequent standing , walking , bending , squatting , lifting , etc. throughout the workday

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Attend client kickoff video calls and team check-ins as required.

O ther responsibilities as assigned by your manager

What You Should Bring to the Table

Local to the Minneapolis, MN area

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance are all required

High school diploma or GED equivalent is required

Merchandising: 1 year (Required)

A clean driving record

Positive and professional attitude and appearance

Excellent communication skills

Highly motivated self-starter who can work with minimal supervision

Microsoft Office Experience (Word, Excel, Email, and Internet Explorer)

Cell phone, printer, and computer with internet accessibility

May be subject to a background check

Come As You Are

C.A. is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role align