Part-Time
Territory Sales Associate
Hershey
10,001+ employees
Manufacturer of snacks and confectionery brands
Compensation Overview
$15.50 - $16.50/hr
Temecula, CA, USA
Remote
Residency within listed Temecula-area ZIP codes; remote with local territory travel.
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- Must have a valid US state issued driver’s license
- Must have a personal vehicle in sound operating condition
- Must maintain personal auto insurance indicating minimum coverage of $100,000 per person / $100,000 per accident / $100,000 property damage. The policy must permit business use.
- Must reside or be willing to commute within the territory boundaries as listed in the job description
- Must be able to drive long distances to make multiple sales calls on a daily basis
- Must be able to lift 10-40 lbs. on a regular basis with or without reasonable accommodations
- Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop down and demonstrate manual dexterity on a frequent basis with or without reasonable accommodations
- Must be able to use tablet technology
- Must have daily access to wireless internet
- Must have flexibility and adaptability to changes in territory coverage
- Availability to work 20-25 hours per week
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Experience: 3-4 years food merchandising is preferred but not required
- Sell and maintain 100% distribution of all “authorized” Hershey Items in assigned territory. Ensuring flawless retail execution of Headquarter Sales and Merchandising Plans (Retail Execution Plan) with various retailers.
- Achieve all merchandising objectives through the effective use of Permanent Secondary Displays and other display vehicles established within the Retail Execution Plan.
- Reporting of weekly activity, expenses, account changes, promotions and all administrative functions within assigned territory.
- Reporting of Daily activities through the use of tablets, submitting upon completion of each day.
- Responsible for Sales Territory - Varies due to territory size, number of retailers, and location.
Hershey makes and sells snacks and confections under many well-known brands, such as HERSHEY’S, REESE’S, KIT KAT, JOLLY RANCHER, ICE BREAKERS, and SkinnyPop, earning billions in revenue each year. Its products are created by baking, molding, and packaging chocolate bars, candy, and snack foods so they can be enjoyed by consumers and distributed through retailers around the world. What sets Hershey apart is its large, diverse brand portfolio and its long-standing commitment to responsible business practices and community support, including education initiatives like the Milton Hershey School. The company’s goal is to create more moments of goodness for people by delivering trusted snacks while supporting its people and communities through sustainability and social programs.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Derry Township (Dauphin County), Pennsylvania
Founded
1894
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Reese's Pieces Chocolate Cookie launch on July 17, 2026 targets texture-driven snacking growth after a decade.
- ONE x Reese's protein bar with 18g protein offsets rising cocoa costs by diversifying into less cocoa-intensive categories.
- US President Heather Hoytink's PepsiCo background drives execution across confection, salty, and protein snacking portfolios.
What critics are saying
- Reese's flavor formulation using peanut butter flavor instead of actual peanut butter triggers customer backlash within 6–12 months.
- Cocoa price volatility and US import tariffs compress gross margins, blocking the projected 400-bp rebound by late 2026.
- Persistent PGPR and TBHQ in Reese's products forces Whole Foods bans, risking over 20% revenue loss from premium channels within 12–24 months.
What makes Hershey unique
- Hershey leads North American confectionery with dominant Reese's, Hershey's, and Twizzlers brands.
- One Hershey strategy unifies candy, salty snacks, and protein under a single commercial engine.
- Outcome-based media activation with Mutinex reduces $2B annual marketing model cycles from months to weeks.
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Hershey announces tweak to sweet staple, marking first spinoff to iconic candy in 10 years. by Matthew Duckworth Fri, July 10, 2026 at 7:07 AM Updated Fri, July 10, 2026 at 3:02 PM The Hershey Company is set to launch a change to an iconic sweet treat, providing a batch made in heaven sure to leave customers' taste buds crumbling. (Hershey Company) DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) - The Hershey Company is set to launch a change to an iconic sweet treat, introducing a batch made sure to leave customers' taste buds wanting more. On Wednesday, Hershey announced that Reese's Pieces is getting its first innovation in the last decade with the launch of Reese's Pieces with Chocolate Chookie. The Hershey Company is set to launch a change to an iconic sweet treat, providing a batch made in heaven sure to leave customers' taste buds crumbling. (Hershey Company) The new poppable snack will still offer a bold blend of the brand's iconic creamy peanut butter flavor with a crispy cookie center, providing customers with what Hershey described as "layers of flavor and texture in every bite." "Reese's has always been known for its signature peanut butter and chocolate combination, and with this innovative product, we're excited to give consumers a fresh way to experience it," said Melissa Blette, senior Reese's brand manager at The Hershey Company. "REESE'S PIECES with Chocolate Cookie delivers a perfect balance of our legendary peanut butter flavor with a sweet crunch, creating an entirely new shareable snacking experience for the fan-favorite candy." Reese's Pieces with Chocolate Cookie will launch on July 17 in pouches with king-size options to be released later this year, Hershey confirmed in a release. Dozens of fire trucks line Susquehanna River for annual muster in Harrisburg
Hershey to make big screen debut with biopic on founder Milton Hershey. Hershey film overview. * Hershey is releasing a film about founder Milton Hershey * The film explores Hershey's entrepreneurial journey and philanthropic legacy * Milton Hershey founded a school supporting children in need * Hershey uses storytelling to strengthen consumer engagement beyond advertising * The film hits cinemas on 25 November 2026 The Hershey Company is hitting the big screen. You read correctly, the maker of Hershey's Kisses, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and Twizzlers is entering the world of entertainment. And it's doing it to tell a very particular story - that of founder Milton Hershey. Hershey's film debut. Set at the turn of the century, the film titled 'Hershey' tells the story of the philanthropist and entrepreneur. The film shines a light on a lesser-known aspect of Hershey's legacy, exploring how the confectionery entrepreneur built not only a globally recognised business, but also a lasting philanthropic mission that continues to support young people today. "Milton was a humble man, and I think he would blush if he saw the movie today," says Suzanne Jones, vice president of The Hershey Experience and producer of the film. "But I also think he would recognise himself in it, and that is what makes this film one we are proud to put our name on." The film stars Finn Wittrock (The Big Short, Don't Move, American Horror Story) and Alexandra Daddario (The White Lotus, True Detective, San Andreas) and is directed by Mark Waters. Beyond traditional marketing. The film's release reflects a broader trend of confectionery companies finding new ways to engage with consumers. Rather than relying solely on traditional advertising, brands are increasingly turning to storytelling to build deeper emotional connections with audiences. By bringing Milton Hershey's life to the big screen, Hershey is highlighting the values and legacy that continue to shape the business more than a century after it was founded. The move also reflects a growing appetite among consumers for authenticity and purpose-led narratives. In a crowded confectionery market, heritage stories can help brands differentiate themselves while reinforcing trust and loyalty. The film will bring the story of one of confectionery's most influential figures to a wider audience, introducing a new generation to the entrepreneur whose vision helped create one of the industry's most recognisable companies. Hershey is in cinemas across the US on 25 November 2026. International release dates are yet to be confirmed. Taste and texture broadcast. Want to discover more about the future of confectionery? Watch ConfectioneryNews' Taste & Texture broadcast on demand. With experts from Mondelēz International, Ferrero Group, Mintel and NotCo AI, it'll cover everything from the trends driving new taste and texture innovations, to the challenges faced and overcome. * Norberto Chaclin, Chief R&D Officer, Mondelēz International * Thomas Chatenier, Global President, Nutella * Fabio Mora, Senior VP of Open Innovation, Ferrero * Alisia Heath, VP of Research & Development, NotCo AI * Honorata Jarocka, Associate Principal, Mintel Food & Drink, Mintel
Hersey's supports sustainable peanuts. At the USA Peanut Congress recently, the Hershey Company, who buys lots of peanuts and peanut butter, Kyle Feaster said the industry needs to continue their efforts to show they're sustainable in the future and be able to talk about it and prove it. He said their goal at Hershey is to know their source of resilient ingredients. Will they be there in the future? And will the relevance of their portfolio offerings mean the company will move in the future forward? Environmental sustainability risk management reveals key areas to focus on within the peanut supply chain, such as watershed health. Is there a long-term water availability and pressure on regional resources to stop producing enough water to feed the crop? The risk of water scarcity affects crop stability over time, he said. Work together on watershed stewardship to support effective and long-term supply. He noted that resilient peanuts with regenerative agriculture, one, you'll find out that maintaining soil health and changing weather and environmental pressures, keeping up with the agricultural news, also yield and input variability are important to the company, along with farm economics and supply stability. Well, that's the part, that's what the big companies are saying. Know your product and be sure you can prove the future. Audio Reporting by Tyron Spearman for Southeast AgNet. Sponsored Content
Hershey sees World Cup, America 250 boosting chocolate sales. PUBLISHED: June 22, 2026 at 6:40 AM EDT By Peyton Forte Summer events, including the FIFA World Cup and America's 250th anniversary, could spur sales of sweet treats, making now a key time to snap up beaten-down shares of Hershey Co., according to the candy and snack maker's newest Wall Street bull. Evercore ISI's David Palmer has raised his recommendation on Hershey, boosting it to outperform from in-line while maintaining a Street-high $255 price target, implying shares could rally nearly 30% over the next 12 months. "There are reasons to expect Hershey's chocolate consumption to ramp into the summer with merchandising, innovation and tentpole events," including the 250th Anniversary of America and FIFA World Cup, Palmer wrote in a note to clients. He added that a solid Halloween sales season and the upcoming Hershey movie, set for theatrical release in late November, could also lift growth in the second half of the year. The call comes after a sustained selloff for Hershey shares, which fell more than 20% over March and April amid broader market weakness stemming from the war with Iran. Though the stock has regained some of its losses in the last few weeks, it's still 17% below a late-February peak. After the slump, Hershey shares trade at about 19 times 2027 earnings estimates, a key level, according to Palmer. "When Hershey falls under 20x, it averages about 20% upside in the following year," Palmer wrote. While Palmer estimates that Hershey's chocolate segment has lost some market share in the last 12 weeks amid a shorter-than-usual Easter selling period and increased competition from Dubai Chocolate, Lindt and Ferrero, the rate of decline should improve over the coming year with Hershey expanding its premium offerings. Hershey also has key growth opportunities outside of chocolate in brands including Sour Strips, Jolly Rancher, Lesser Evil, Dot's Pretzels and SkinnyPop, he said. "The pipeline and innovation in sweets, better-for-you, and premium are a clear opportunity," Palmer said. RevContent feed.
The Hershey Company names Mitchell Arends as chief supply chain officer. Arends, who most recently served as executive vice president and chief integrated supply chain officer of UTZ Brands, will step into the role of chief supply chain officer of The Hershey Company following the retirement Jason Reiman. Published June 02, 2026 HERSHEY, Pa. - The Hershey Company announced that Mitchell Arends has been named chief supply chain officer, effective June 22. Arends succeeds Jason Reiman, who is retiring after a 30-year career with the company. Reiman will remain with the company through April 2027 to ensure a thorough and structured leadership transition. Arends brings more than 25 years of end-to-end supply chain leadership in consumer-packaged goods. He joins Hershey from UTZ Brands, where he served as executive vice president, principal operating officer, and chief integrated supply chain officer, with full operational accountability for a $1.5 billion business spanning supply chain, R&D, transformation and direct store delivery (DSD) operations, Hershey said. Prior to UTZ, Arends served as chief supply chain officer of North America at Kraft Heinz, responsible for a $22 billion supply chain across manufacturing, logistics, planning and procurement. "Mitch is a proven transformational leader with the end-to-end mindset, track record, and people-first approach that will continue to drive Hershey's supply chain forward," said Kirk Tanner, president and CEO, The Hershey Company. "His experience across complex operations in the CPG industry makes him well-suited to build on the foundation Jason has established. At the same time, we are deeply grateful to Jason. His 30-year journey from intern to chief supply chain officer reflects the commitment and character that define this company. He leaves a supply chain that is stronger, more capable and better positioned than ever." Arends will have end-to-end accountability for Hershey's integrated supply chain - manufacturing, procurement, logistics and planning. He will focus on accelerating digital integration and automation and advancing insights-driven planning across the network, according to Hershey. "The opportunity to continue building a supply chain for some of the world's most iconic products is an exciting moment in my career," said Mitchell Arends. "Doing that in a way that develops people and strengthens the communities where we operate makes it even more so. Building a supply chain fit for the future means more than deploying technology or optimizing networks. It means developing the talent capable of sustaining that transformation long after any single initiative is complete." During the transition period through the first quarter of 2027, Reiman will partner with Arends on supply chain modernization, with a focus on integrated planning, accelerated digital capabilities and network optimization. Reiman joined Hershey as an intern and built a career spanning the full breadth of the supply chain. His contributions include bringing core capacity and expanded confection capabilities in-house, standing up two fully digitally integrated manufacturing facilities and building the salty snacks network that is now 80% insourced, Hershey reported. "I've always believed that great leadership is a relay. I'm proud to hand this baton to Mitch," said Jason Reiman, chief supply chain officer, The Hershey Company. "He has the vision, the experience and the values to carry this work forward and to uphold what Milton Hershey built. I'm grateful for every year, for the people I worked alongside and for what this company stands for." Get curated news on YOUR industry. Enter your email to receive our newsletters.