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Retail Territory Manager

Mondelez International · Waukesha, WI

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Walk me through how you've hit or missed a monthly sales target in a past role. What did you do when you saw you were behind pace?

whether the candidate has real experience tracking numbers and course-correcting rather than just hoping things improve

Tell me about a time you managed both full-time and part-time staff with different schedules and priorities. How did you keep everyone aligned?

experience leading a mixed team and adapting management style to different levels of commitment

Tell me about a store manager or buyer relationship that started off rocky. How did you turn it around?

relationship-building skill and patience with difficult stakeholders

Describe a time you had to coach an underperforming merchandiser. What did you say, and what changed afterward?

whether the person can develop people, not just manage tasks

Tell me about the most physically demanding part of a retail sales job you've had. How did you manage it day after day?

realistic understanding of the physical lifting and setup demands of the job

Technical

What retail systems or tools have you used to track orders, inventory, or sales performance, and how comfortable are you picking up a new one quickly?

actual hands-on familiarity with retail execution technology versus general comfort claims

How do you handle unsaleables and product ordering discrepancies when a store's numbers don't match what you're seeing on the shelf?

working knowledge of DSD operational processes like ordering and unsaleables management

What does a well-run store visit look like to you, from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave?

whether the candidate has a real, structured process for retail execution versus a vague routine

Situational

Say you walk into a store and find a display you built last week has been torn down and replaced with a competitor's. What do you do in that moment and afterward?

how the candidate handles setbacks in the field without escalating conflict or giving up shelf space

How would you decide which stores in your territory get more of your time and merchandiser hours each week?

ability to prioritize resources using data rather than habit or convenience

A key account tells you they want to cut shelf space for one of our brands right before a big promotional push. How do you handle that conversation?

consultative selling skill and ability to defend a program with data rather than just pushback

Your schedule for the week gets blown up because two stores need emergency resets on the same day you had planned account visits. How do you replan on the fly?

organizational agility and prioritization under changing conditions

This territory covers towns from Waukesha to Watertown to Jefferson. How do you think about planning routes and driving time so you're not wasting hours on the road?

practical grasp of territory logistics and time management given the geographic spread

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The full job description

As published by Mondelez International.

Job Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. As a Retail Territory Manager, you’re the heartbeat of Mondelēz’s in-store success. You lead the charge in delivering world-class Direct Store Delivery (DSD) execution—bringing beloved brands to life on shelves across your territory.   From building strong customer relationships to driving flawless retail execution, you make every store visit count. This role blends strategy, agility, and people skills. You’re not just managing a territory—you’re energizing it. Whether you're optimizing displays, solving challenges on the fly, or collaborating with retail teams, you’re the face of excellence and the spark behind every snack sale. How you will contribute You will: • Hit the Numbers:  Deliver monthly and quarterly sales targets by unlocking growth across assigned accounts by utilizing retail selling methodologies and executing customer plans • Lead with Impact:  Manage and inspire a team of full-time and part-time Merchandiser from hiring and coaching to performance development • Drive Execution Excellence:  Ensure flawless rollout of sales priorities and merchandising programs in-store • Consult & Sell:  Provide expert, on-site sales consultation to customers, securing incremental opportunities and executing HQ programs • Plan for Growth:  Tailor data-driven sales strategies to store demographics and customer needs to fuel territory expansion • Build Relationships:  Cultivate strong partnerships with store personnel to identify opportunities and deliver top-tier service • Optimize Resources:  Strategically deploy merchandizers and order writers to maximize shelf impact and sales volume • Champion Store Success:  Oversee product ordering, display execution, and unsaleables management in collaboration with Full-Time Order Writers (FTOWs) • Own the Cadence:  Design and execute a smart store schedule to strengthen relationships and drive results. • Stay Safe & Compliant:  Operate within Mondelēz International’s safety and operational guidelines   Key Competencies Required: • Results-Driven - Consistently pursues goals and delivers strong business outcomes • Relationship Builder - Builds trust and rapport with customers, team members, and cross-functional partners • Agile & Adaptable - Responds quickly to changing priorities and thrives in dynamic retail environments • Organized & Strategic - Plans effectively, prioritizes tasks, and manages time to meet objectives • Collaborative Problem Solver - Resolves challenges with creativity and diplomacy, engaging others to find solutions • Clear & Empathetic Communicator - Communicates with impact across verbal, non-verbal, and written channels • Business-Savvy & Curious - Understands the broader business context and applies sound judgment • Tech-Confident - Navigates retail systems and tools with ease to support operations Requirements Include: • Be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the person resides. • High School Diploma or GED required, college degree highly preferred • A flexible work schedule is required, including being able to work weekends and holidays • 3-5 years of selling experience including a strong sales background with excellent understanding of business processes and systems • Ability to perform physical activities (frequent lifting, bending, and carrying up to 25 lbs., occasionally over 50 lbs., pushing, pulling, etc.) • Successful completion of drug test, MVR check, and general background check • Mondelez International also offers a company vehicle, which includes a gas card and vehicle maintenance program.   Cities covered in this territory include but are not limited to: • WAUKESHA, WI • PEWAUKEE, WI • OCONOMOWOC, WI • WATERTOWN, WI • DELAFIELD, WI • JEFFERSON, WI • HARTLAND, WI • WALES, WI • SUSSEX, WI ​ Successful candidate must be located within 40 miles of above specified cities. Salary and Benefits: The base salary range for this position is $56,200 to $77,275; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company. No Relocation support available Business Unit Summary The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and  Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.   Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance. For more information about your Federal rights, please see  eeopost.pdf ; EEO is the Law Poster Supplement ; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision ; Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Job Type Regular Field Sales Sales

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