Cosmetic Surge

P.L. Marketing • Macon, GA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for executing cosmetic merchandising strategies to positively impact retail sales, focusing on brand integrity and visual excellence. The merchandiser will complete cosmetic section resets and special projects in designated stores, acting as a vital on-site representative. The goal is to ensure product displays are fully stocked and strategically presented to create an engaging 'beauty wonderland' that drives customer exploration and sales, directly influencing the customer experience and brand perception.

Requirements

• High School degree or GED required.
• Be 18 years of age or older.
• 3+ years of retail merchandising experience, with a strong preference for experience in the cosmetic or health and beauty sectors.
• Highly motivated self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
• Communicate (read, write and speak) fluent English.
• Understand how to read and execute shelf plans and planograms with a keen eye for visual detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and able to learn and utilize various computer and mobile merchandising systems.
• Capability to collaborate with others and contribute effectively to a team.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, prioritize and multi-task.
• Qualify as an insurable driver and maintain an excellent driving record.
• A smartphone with internet/data access is required.
• This position may require installation and utilization of an app on your smartphone to complete the requirements of the position. This may include, but is not limited to, requiring app permissions such as enabling location services, camera, and photo gallery access.

Nice To Haves

• Retail grocery store operations and/or grocery merchandising experience.
• Expertise in resetting of grocery/HBC/GM sections according to a detailed plan-o-gram.

Responsibilities

• Planogram Execution & Compliance: Read, understand, and meticulously implement detailed planograms and schematics. Collect necessary materials, including fixtures, new products, and signage, and prepare the work area for a smooth reset. Ensure products are always 'faced and fronted'.
• Strategic Visual Merchandising: Execute a merchandising strategy that goes beyond simple stocking. Re-position shelving and displays to align with effective visual merchandising principles, leveraging color, lighting, and layout to influence consumer behavior and encourage purchases. Create an aesthetically appealing display that reflects the brand's identity.
• Reset Execution: Deconstruct and reset assigned sections methodically, working in 3-foot sections at a time. Re-position shelving, install new fixtures, and place products according to the updated schematic. Ensure the new display is compliant and visually compelling. This includes breaking down sections to allow customers to shop and cleaning up the work area upon completion.
• Daily Operations & Troubleshooting: Have a working knowledge of all assigned projects and address issues and questions related to resets and special projects. Proactively identify and resolve common problems like out-of-stock items, misplaced products, or damaged goods. Check for back stock to prevent empty shelf space.
• Technology & Data Integration: Complete forms and report section completion to supervisors, capturing critical data and documentation through a digital portal or mobile merchandising app. Take photos of finished assignments to verify compliance and provide management with a real-time view of in-store conditions.
• Communication & Collaboration: Work as a collaborative team member to facilitate the completion of all reset work and special projects as scheduled. Frequently communicate with store and management personnel to provide status updates and address inventory or logistical concerns. Cultivate strong relationships with store associates and management.
• Other Responsibilities: May provide direction and supervision of a part-time team responsible for resetting sections. Help identify opportunities to increase sales, provide customer assistance, and maintain a professional demeanor that effectively represents the company to store management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED