**DESCRIPTION** An Acosta Group Development Coordinator is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and facilitating onboarding and training through the first 30 days of a newly hired Retail Merchandiser. This role involves collaborating with other areas in the Company such as Recruiting / Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Retail Training Specialists, and Field Managers. The goal is to develop and deliver effective training initiatives for new hires that are aligned with the company’s goals. **RESPONSIBILITIES** + Collaborate with the Recruiting department to deliver comprehensive onboarding and training support for new hires. + Establish and communicate clear expectations and procedures for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization. + Track and manage new hire training progress, including assigning training tasks, and following up on completion. + Develop personalized training plans tailored to the needs of each new hire. + Ensure accurate and timely completion of all new hire employment processes, adhering to company and client policies and regulations. Proactively address any discrepancies or missing information. + Facilitate compliance training for new hires, ensuring all requirements are met within designated timelines. + Take ownership of team members' proficiency levels and service order compliance by providing necessary product and technology training. + Coordinate in-store training sessions with Retail Training Specialists and Field Managers to support new hire development and integration. + Maintain regular communication with new hires during their first 30 days of employment to address concerns, provide guidance, and foster a positive experience. + Provide ongoing updates to Retail Training Specialists and Field Managers regarding new hire progress, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement. **QUALIFICATIONS** + High School Diploma/GED required. **ABOUT US** Acosta is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world. But it’s not just about what we do – it’s about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we’re a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request. Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions of Use. **\#DiscoverYourPath** Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Retail **Position Type:** Full time **Business Unit:** Sales **Salary Range:** $18.00 - $20.00 **Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC **Req ID:** 6585