Field Selling Assistant

Overview The C-Snacks Team (Convenience Snacks) is seeking a Field Selling Assistant (FSA) to work in partnership with the Convenience Product Sales Manager (PSM) to develop and drive field sales support initiatives for the channel! As a Field Selling Assistant (FSA), you will be key in enabling the Convenience sales team to deliver outstanding results. In this role you will support the Snacks OU & Convenience sales teams with accurate creation and completion of selling materials and forms, customer meeting preparation, systems management, and business reporting. FSAs will work closely with their field sales team, their PSM team, as well as cross-functionally within the Snacks Business Units (Fruit, Salty, Grain, & Category Expansion.) This is a newly created role for the Convenience Team. Because of this, we are looking for candidates with flexibility, agility, and the ability to work in ambiguous situations. Ideal candidate will be detail oriented, results driven, and able to pivot on different project work based on key needs. Competitive candidates will demonstrate the ability to work independently, strong organizational/prioritization skills, and technical (excel) skills, and have a strong analytical background. Snacks is the growth engine for General Mills. Apply today to join an amazing, inclusive, fast-growing team! This role is remote eligible, with Minneapolis as the preferred location. Key Accountabilities SELLING EXPERTISE & LEADERSHIP Create selling materials for customers & field sales teams Assist team with special pack management and order management (APOs) Provide customer forms and deal entry as needed for promotions, eCommerce, new items, logistical changes, etc. Assist with internal system maintenance to ensure accurate tracking of volume and spending Provide ad-hoc meeting and sales process support (meeting facilitation, customer meeting needs, etc.) EXECUTIONAL EXCELLENCE Work collaboratively with peers to identify, improve and develop efficient processes Help create (and own) commit process for in & out and seasonal items for customer team PROBLEM SOLVING & ANALYTICS May assist with customer trade and sales reporting as needed ENGAGING LEADER Model Engaging Leader behaviors to foster an inclusive environment and embrace a learning mindset and demonstrate personal accountability. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent Two (2) years of experience in any of the following: account management, trade funding, analytics, finance, sales, marketing, and/or category management, retail Analytical skills and experience Project management experience/skills (attention to detail, follow through, communication, independent worker) Advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel) Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree, strongly preferred Experience with internal and external data sources (e.g., Trade Planner, Nielsen, customer point of sale data) Experience in the Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) industry