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Retail Marketing & Activation Virtual Assistant

Assist World

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and execution-focused Virtual Assistant to support retail marketing and activation initiatives within the US market.

This role sits at the intersection of project coordination, retail operations, and marketing execution, supporting supplier relationships, retail placements, and internal project delivery.

The ideal candidate has hands on experience in retail (especially US FMCG/FDMC environments) and can confidently manage multiple moving parts while ensuring projects are executed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities Retail Marketing & Activation Execution
  • Support the creation and execution of retail marketing presentations (Google Slides / PowerPoint)
  • Work from templates to build polished, client ready decks
  • Coordinate with internal design teams to gather and implement visual assets
  • Assist in preparing materials for retail buyers and partners
Retail & Supplier Coordination
  • Communicate with suppliers, brokers, and retail buyers
  • Assist in coordinating retail placements (e.g. in store displays, secondary placements)
  • Support execution of retail activations such as display setups (e.g. corrugated box displays)
  • Ensure all deliverables are completed on time and aligned with expectations
Project Management & Execution
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously across different retail channels
  • Track progress, follow up with stakeholders, and ensure deadlines are met
  • Act as a central point of coordination between internal teams and external partners
  • Own execution - not just assist, but drive tasks forward
Data & Reporting Support
  • Work within Excel to update forecasts and track project related data
  • Maintain accuracy across documents and reporting tools
  • Support general operational tracking and updates
Requirements Must Have
  • Experience in retail (VERY IMPORTANT - ideally US market exposure)
  • Understanding of FDMC (Food, Drug, Mass, Club) retail channels
  • Strong PowerPoint / Google Slides skills (presentation building)
  • Solid Excel skills (comfortable navigating and updating data)
  • Strong communication skills (supplier + stakeholder interaction)
  • Highly organized and execution driven
Nice to Have
  • Experience working with major US retailers (Walmart, Target, Costco, etc.)
  • Background in retail marketing or product placement
  • Project management experience
Working Style
  • Execution heavy, not strategy heavy
  • Fast paced with multiple moving parts
  • Requires strong follow up and ownership
  • Template based design (not fully creative)

$800 - $1,000 a month

$50 birthday bonus

$200 testimonial bonus

$500 entry monthly raffle

100% REMOTE

NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM

About This Role

Career insights for Retail Salespersons positions

Salary Benchmark
$33,680/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Persuasion Active Listening Service Orientation Speaking Negotiation
Common Technologies
Database software Claris FileMaker Gift registry software Google Docs Microsoft Word 365 iQmetrix RQ Plexis Software Plexis POS The General Store

Job Overview

Date Posted
28 Apr 2026
Location
Not Specified, South Africa

Retail Salespersons Insights

Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.

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