Retail District Manager

Acosta

Retail District Manager managing and developing a team of Retail Coverage Merchandisers and Lead Merchandisers. Driving success for clients and customers in the retail sector.

Posted 6/15/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $48,620 - $60,830 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide effective leadership and management to the Retail Coverage Merchandiser/Lead Merchandiser team in your assigned geographic area. This includes interviewing and hiring candidates, onboarding and training new associates, managing performance and career development, handling conflict and personnel issues, and providing coaching and support.
Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the company’s business model, client and customer details and expectations, and the specific details of the work processes.
Spend a minimum of 50% of your time working in-store to ensure a thorough understanding of business and project requirements.
Manage assigned work to completion, on time, and with high-quality results. Review project details to verify schedules are accurate and achievable, and ensure supporting documentation is current and correct.
Assign work to the team and ensure that all jobs have the appropriate level of support. Monitor progress, audit work, answer questions, solve problems, resolve personnel issues, and adjust resources as needed. Ensure the delivery of all necessary materials, supplies, and equipment.
Understand and optimize selling effectiveness in assigned territories. Identify training needs, desired system and work process improvements, and maintain an effective balance of store set/surge work and retail store coverage.
Partner with store personnel and your team to achieve and maintain merchandising excellence. Discuss schedules and changes, meet goals and expectations, and build effective working relationships. Be proactive in alerting management to any unsafe acts or conditions to prevent injuries.
Ensure company policies are followed by directly managed associates. This includes proper maintenance of all company-owned equipment, accurate and timely expense reporting, and activity reporting within company guidelines.
Communicate retail territory responsibilities to the MEI admin team to ensure accuracy in the reporting systems. Effectively and accurately use technology, including MEI, to communicate retail priorities and coverage analyses, maintaining an effective feedback and measurement system.
Meet the physical requirements of the role as listed below.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Associate degree is preferred.
Some college with prior management/supervisory experience with a minimum of 2+ years industry experience.
Prior sales agent, retail, customer service or reset responsibility.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, decision making and leadership skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
Self-starter and have a strong attention to detail.
Quick learner and be flexible to changing work environments.
Valid driver’s license, have valid transportation, and be able to drive a car for extended periods of time.
Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Apply now to make a significant impact on our business and drive success for our clients and customers.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Retail Acosta is a leading sales and marketing agency that connects brands with consumers across various retail and foodservice channels. The company leverages proprietary data, integrated marketing strategies, and retail execution services to enhance brand visibility and influence purchase decisions. With over 100 years in business, Acosta helps clients navigate the complexities of both brick-and-mortar and online marketplaces, ensuring their products are positioned effectively within the competitive landscape. Retail District Manager 🔥 53 minutes ago 🏄 California – Remote 💵 $48.6k - $60.8k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟢 Junior 🟡 Mid-level 👔 Manager 🚫👨‍🎓 No degree required 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Apply Now Find Hiring Managers Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
Provide effective leadership and management to the Retail Coverage Merchandiser/Lead Merchandiser team in your assigned geographic area. This includes interviewing and hiring candidates, onboarding and training new associates, managing performance and career development, handling conflict and personnel issues, and providing coaching and support.
Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the company’s business model, client and customer details and expectations, and the specific details of the work processes.
Spend a minimum of 50% of your time working in-store to ensure a thorough understanding of business and project requirements.
Manage assigned work to completion, on time, and with high-quality results. Review project details to verify schedules are accurate and achievable, and ensure supporting documentation is current and correct.
Assign work to the team and ensure that all jobs have the appropriate level of support. Monitor progress, audit work, answer questions, solve problems, resolve personnel issues, and adjust resources as needed. Ensure the delivery of all necessary materials, supplies, and equipment.
Understand and optimize selling effectiveness in assigned territories. Identify training needs, desired system and work process improvements, and maintain an effective balance of store set/surge work and retail store coverage.
Partner with store personnel and your team to achieve and maintain merchandising excellence. Discuss schedules and changes, meet goals and expectations, and build effective working relationships. Be proactive in alerting management to any unsafe acts or conditions to prevent injuries.
Ensure company policies are followed by directly managed associates. This includes proper maintenance of all company-owned equipment, accurate and timely expense reporting, and activity reporting within company guidelines.
Communicate retail territory responsibilities to the MEI admin team to ensure accuracy in the reporting systems. Effectively and accurately use technology, including MEI, to communicate retail priorities and coverage analyses, maintaining an effective feedback and measurement system.
Meet the physical requirements of the role as listed below.
Perform other duties as assigned. 🎯 Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Associate degree is preferred.
Some college with prior management/supervisory experience with a minimum of 2+ years industry experience.
Prior sales agent, retail, customer service or reset responsibility.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, decision making and leadership skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with others.
Self-starter and have a strong attention to detail.
Quick learner and be flexible to changing work environments.
Valid driver’s license, have valid transportation, and be able to drive a car for extended periods of time.
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Hard Skills & Tools

managementperformance managementconflict resolutiontrainingsalescustomer servicemerchandisingproject managementreportingattention to detail

Soft Skills

leadershipinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsdecision makingcommunicationflexibilityself-starterproblem solvingcoachingrelationship building

Certifications

High School DiplomaAssociate degree