Retail Sales Representative - Central San Diego, CA

Position Overview

The Retail Sales Representative (RSR) delivers a competitive advantage for General Mills with the core mission of maximizing incremental sales and profitability. This role drives unparalleled in-store execution of selling, merchandising/display, and distribution initiatives across a geographical area.

Key Responsibilities

• FIELD SELLING (70% of time)
  • Maximize incremental sales and displays based on in-store observations and selling into key decision makers
  • Deliver sales results exhibiting superior sales and negotiation skills
  • Develop and maintain partnerships with key decision makers within territory to overcome objections and maximize sales results
• PROBLEM SOLVING & ANALYTICS (10% of time)
  • Develop foundational selling skills and product knowledge through immersive field experiences
  • Utilize analytical data to drive sales at store level
  • Prepare for retail sales calls by gathering relevant store, product, and market data to create effective selling presentations for key decision makers
• EXECUTIONAL EXCELLENCE (20% of time)
  • Take personal accountability and ownership for results, and deeply understand customer needs
  • Understand GMI products, categories, and brand priorities and how to link those to store opportunities
  • Communicate market insights from the store level to management
  • Leverage point of sale materials to drive incremental displays
  • Successfully execute NRO retail priorities through results-driven retail coverage
• LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS
  • Model General Mills leadership behaviors and values to foster an inclusive environment, embrace a learning and growth mindset, and demonstrate personal accountability

Required Qualifications

• Must live in a 15-mile radius of the central San Diego area (92019, 91942, 92108) or be willing to self-relocate within 30 days of start
• Passion to sell and represent General Mills and its top consumer food brands
• A valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Relevant work experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proficient in using tablets (e.g., iPad) and Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external partners
• Strong problem-solving, analytic, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work with a high degree of independence

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry experience in sales, customer-facing roles, or other related fields
• Ability to build relationships with key decision-makers across an organization
• Bachelor’s Degree

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: The salary range for this position is $45,000.00 - $62,000.00 per annum. In addition to base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focused on your overall well-being.
• Fleet Eligible – option to receive a company car or join the car allowance program with a provided gas card
• Up to 15 days of vacation annually (prorated based on start date) and 11 paid company holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• And much more!