Part-Time Retail Merchandiser - Hoover, AL

Chuck Latham Associates•Hoover, AL

123d•$15 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Chuck Latham Associates (CLA), a pet sales and branding agency, is hiring a part-time Assisted Sales Representative (ASR) to promote multiple product lines in specialty retail stores. This is a professional merchandising role with monthly flexible hours. Compensation is hourly, plus mileage and drive-time reimbursement and a monthly smart-device stipend. The representative visits assigned stores monthly within a territory, with additional work depending on surge projects. Seasonal demonstration opportunities may also be available. The role requires using a smart device in stores to take photos and submit completion surveys, and collaborating with a supervisor on other assigned duties. The role involves physical activity including reaching, bending, crouching, kneeling, and walking, and lifting up to 40 pounds. CLA states that it takes extra precautions to support associate health and safety and expects associates to follow applicable federal, state, and local safety guidelines.

Requirements

Strong technical skills with smartphone or tablet technology.
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, which may occasionally include weekends.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with the CLA team, store associates, and customers.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, including the ability to plan and complete multiple priorities.
Dependability, including completing work on time, following instructions, responding to management direction, and seeking feedback to improve performance.
Must have a smart device or tablet with access to reliable internet.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must have a reliable vehicle for work purposes and at least the minimum required auto insurance coverage.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job, including reaching, bending, crouching, kneeling, walking, and lifting up to 40 pounds.
Willingness to be trained and follow instructions accurately.

Nice To Haves

Prior merchandising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform merchandising tasks such as compliance checks, improving on-shelf availability, installing point-of-purchase materials, building incremental displays, completing cut-ins and resets, and educating staff.
Promote brand awareness and sales by engaging with and educating store associates and customers.
Build and maintain relationships as a liaison among clients, store associates, and store management.
Visit assigned stores monthly within the territory; additional workload may depend on surge projects.
Use a smart device in stores to take photos and submit completion surveys.
Communicate and collaborate with the supervisor on other assigned duties.
Plan and schedule assigned work efficiently to meet deadlines under minimal supervision.
Complete work accurately and thoroughly, on time, and in accordance with instructions.