Merchandise Specialist

Bass Pro Shops•Fort Smith, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY AWAITS! New store opening in Fort Smith, AR! Join our dynamic team as we embark on a thrilling journey with the opening of our newest store! POSITION SUMMARY: The Merchandise Specialist works with Group Sales Managers, Team Leads and the Merchandise Manager to present merchandise and create displays in a visually appealing manner to promote and support our sales efforts. This role displays include bust forms, mannequins, props, product and village layouts and taxidermy. They will also execute seasonal and promotional display changes.

Requirements

High School education or equivalent
1-2 years retail merchandising experience preferred, i.e., working with displays, shop layouts, visual props, etc.
Computer literate with a basic working knowledge of Microsoft software programs
Ability to positively partner with various members of store management and associates in a productive manner
Ability to write business correspondence as required
Demonstrated customer service skills
Basic working knowledge of simple power tools is preferred
Ability to manage several priorities simultaneously
Must be able to stand for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, climb and/or negotiate into tight spaces on occasion to set visual displays

Responsibilities

Partners with Merchandise Manager and all Department Managers to execute product presentation displays, visual prop elements, signing for special events, bust form and mannequins displays and other regionally appropriate displays.
Works with all departments and associates to ensure merchandise and visual presentation standards are set and maintained at the highest level.
Knows and supports all company merchandise presentation policies, cheat sheets and signage standards and helps execute those standards and assure compliance with and consistency of throughout the retail store.
Supports the company’s commitment to delivering world class customer service and ensuring a pleasant, safe, and productive shopping experience for all guests.
Partners with the Maintenance Manager in reporting needs for display and taxidermy upkeep including large scale project execution.
Partners with the Merchandise Manager to manage monthly budgets in balance with visual presentation supply needs.
Completes assignments on the web page portal each month to upload a corporate determined set of photos and/or other directives; communicates any resulting opportunities and feedback to store management.
Provides a legendary experience for every customer, every time by assisting customers in making buying decisions by: identifying and evaluating customers' needs, making product recommendations based off of this analysis, promoting programs including, but not limited to CLUB Membership, VOC and In-Store Pick-up.
ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Benefits

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Voluntary benefits
401k Retirement Savings
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
Bass Pro Cares Fund
And more!