District Merchandiser - Minneapolis

Spectrum Brands • Woodbury, MN

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About The Position

The District Merchandiser services Spectrum Brands products in big-box retailers such as The Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Walmart. The role covers an assigned territory, completes store resets, and promotes consumer packaged goods through interactions with end consumers. It involves building positive relationships with store personnel and customers, fostering loyalty, and sharing inventory opportunities with the Spectrum Brands Sales team. The merchandiser works with minimal to no supervision and must have reliable transportation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or significant/established prior work experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable daily transportation and ability to travel extensively within the territory using personal transportation, with potential overnight travel.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as needed.
• Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 60 pounds.
• Professional communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with consumers, store personnel, and internal teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Competitive drive, initiative, and ability to work independently.
• Strong problem-solving ability.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of previous sales or retail experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain store presentation standards through display building, fixture installation, store sets, shelf maintenance, down stocking, retrofits, inventory reconciliation, display maintenance, and point-of-purchase installation.
• Identify opportunities for incremental display space to drive volume goals.
• Provide product knowledge training to store personnel to help them drive sales.
• Cover multiple stores daily in an assigned territory.
• Generate sales by increasing brand awareness and product trial through direct interactions with consumers in assigned stores.
• Participate in promotional events in the assigned territory.
• Assist with and monitor customer satisfaction.
• Understand and demonstrate safe work practices.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Disability benefits
• Mileage reimbursement and compensation for vehicle wear and tear
• May be eligible for annual merit increases, bonus, and/or incentive compensation

What This Job Offers

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