Field Merchandiser - Upstate NY, Western MA & Northeastern PA

VUC•Syracuse, NY

35d•Hybrid

About The Position

CrossAmerica Partners is seeking a passionate and driven Field Merchandiser to support their Operations team. The role focuses on the 5 P's of marketing (Product, Placement, Price, Promotion, and People) to ensure in-store execution aligns with company standards, supports sales growth, and delivers an exceptional shopper experience. This position requires travel throughout the assigned territory, which includes Upstate New York, Western Massachusetts, and Northeastern Pennsylvania. Preferred residence areas include Syracuse, Binghamton, Rochester, Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Albany, or Springfield.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a focus in Business, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
Comfortable using mobile apps for task management, photo documentation, and reporting.
Detail-oriented, energetic, and a self-motivated professional with a can-do attitude.
Ability to work independently and effectively manage time and territory.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel within assigned territory.
Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously throughout the workday while visiting multiple store locations.
Must be able to lift, carry, and move products or displays weighing up to 40–50 lbs regularly.
Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and stooping to stock shelves, coolers, and endcaps.
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver carts or hand trucks loaded with product cases.
Comfortable working in confined spaces, such as narrow aisles, coolers, and stockrooms.
Manual dexterity required to handle small items, apply shelf tags, set up signage, and assemble display materials.
Visual ability to read planograms, labels, and pricing to ensure accurate product placement and compliance.
Must be able to tolerate varying temperatures, including time spent in refrigerated or freezer sections.
Ability to sit for extended periods while driving between store locations.
Capable of communicating clearly and following written or verbal instructions in busy retail environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in merchandising, retail operations, or convenience store environments preferred.

Responsibilities

Support Operations and Marketing teams by executing and maintaining the 5 P's at store level.
Ensure planogram (POG) integrity is maintained and all authorized products are properly placed and stocked.
Verify that promotions are being executed accurately and on time.
Confirm pricing and signage are correct, visible, and compliant with current marketing programs.
Ensure new product launches are successfully completed and properly represented.
Oversee placement and maintenance of shippers, displays, and secondary placements to maximize visibility and sales.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with store managers, field operations, and vendor partners.
Provide timely feedback, photos, and reports to management summarizing store visits, execution, and opportunities.