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Merchandising Specialist

Acosta Group · Wheaton, Montgomery County

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Fit summary

Strong fit if you like hands-on retail execution—building customer-facing sets, coordinating store teams, and keeping Acosta-supported brands sharp on the floor in the Wheaton area.

Day in the role

As a Merchandising Specialist at Acosta Group in Wheaton, you would plan commercial displays that sell, set props and product, rotate windows and interior sets for promotions, price and sign fixtures, and align placement with store managers, buyers, and sales teams—while keeping merch and mannequins clean and ready (per O*NET 27-1026.00).

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What does Acosta Group do?

Sales and marketing services for brands and private label in retail; founded 1910, with recent coverage on fresh and private-label lift.

Is this role remote?

No—the listing is on-site for the Wheaton, Illinois area.

What day-to-day work looks like?

Planning and installing displays, signing product, rotating sets with promos, and coordinating placement with store staff.

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Website: acosta.go.cr

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Acosta Group is hiring a Merchandising Specialist in Wheaton, Montgomery County to join our dynamic retail merchandising team. This is a full-time position focused on building strong retail partnerships and driving product visibility at the point of sale. Position Summary As a Merchandising Specialist at Acosta Group, you'll manage retail relationships and ensure optimal product placement and presentation in assigned retail environments. You'll serve as a key link between our company and retail partners, ensuring compliance with merchandising standards and contributing to sales growth through strategic shelf management and customer engagement. Key Responsibilities Conduct store visits and audits to verify product placement, pricing accuracy, and promotional compliance Build and maintain strong relationships with store managers and retail staff in your territory Execute merchandising standards including product displays, signage, and stock rotation Monitor inventory levels and report stock-out situations to ensure product availability Collect market data and competitive intelligence during store visits Document activities, observations, and results through accurate field reporting Support promotional campaigns and seasonal product launches in retail locations Skills & Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; some retail or merchandising experience preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with retail partners Attention to detail and ability to follow merchandising guidelines precisely Reliability and professional appearance required for in-store representation Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation for field visits Ability to work independently and manage your territory efficiently Comfort with technology and basic data entry for field reporting About Acosta Group Acosta Group is a leading sales and marketing services organization that partners with retailers and manufacturers to drive growth and innovation in retail environments. We connect brands with consumers through strategic merchandising, category management, and relationship building across North America's retail landscape. Applying for This Role To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.

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