Merchandiser Lead

McClatchy • Indianapolis, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser Lead services products in multiple retail stores in the Indianapolis, Indiana area and travels between assigned stores. The role is full-time, non-exempt, with an average of 32 to 40 hours per week. Travel may be required for up to 100% of the time to cover the territory, and travel time between accounts is paid. Assigned stores are serviced on designated weekdays according to an established schedule.

The position combines hands-on merchandising work with team leadership support. The lead may train merchandisers, back up the Supervisor, and take on certain supervisor duties, including approving payroll and running reports when assigned. The role has no direct reports and reports to the Supervisor of Merchandising.

Employment is contingent on a background check, a four-panel drug test that does not include THC, and motor vehicle record clearance.

Requirements

• Six months to one year of merchandising experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and be detail-oriented.
• Professionalism and adherence to the company’s attendance requirements.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to use Movista and/or other company-required applications.
• Personal cell phone and a mobile device, such as a smartphone.
• Experience with Word, Excel, the internet, and email.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including frequent bending, squatting, standing, walking, kneeling, pushing or pulling, handling objects, fine finger movements, and carrying light and moderate loads; occasional sitting, reaching above shoulder level, and lifting loads over 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products in retail environments according to applicable store and corporate guidelines.
• Safely and efficiently replenish products.
• Assemble shelves, racks, and display cases according to measurement guidelines when needed.
• Service all assigned stores within the schedule and allotted hours provided by the Supervisor.
• Get prior Supervisor approval before working outside scheduled hours, and contact the Supervisor before working more than 10 hours in a workday or 40 hours in a workweek.
• Accurately record work hours and other company-related information using designated systems.
• Discuss duties requested by store personnel that are not listed in the job description with the Supervisor before performing them.
• Train merchandisers on appropriate merchandising practices.
• Back up the Supervisor and fill in for Supervisor duties as needed.
• Approve payroll and run reports when assigned.
• Work with the Supervisor to cover all assigned stores.
• Assist with sets and resets, as needed.
• Train new hires, as needed.
• Remain up to date on planograms (POGs) and flowcharts.
• Communicate regularly with the appropriate company contacts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for employees and their families.
• Financial protection from expected and unexpected expenses.
• No-cost wellness resources.
• Coverage for pets.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Mental health benefits.
• Retention and/or referral bonus after three months, subject to program eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed