Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings•Corvallis, OR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is seeking a part-time Merchandiser to service an assigned route across multiple retail locations in the Corvallis and Philomath, Oregon area. The role supports the company’s purpose of helping people celebrate special occasions by displaying and maintaining inventory of greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush, and other celebration products. The role averages 8 hours per week, with weekly hours potentially increasing to an average of 17 hours around holidays. Merchandisers work independently across retail locations during daytime business hours and use a company-issued tablet to plan and track weekly service schedules and daily tasks. Flexible work scheduling and paid training are offered. The starting wage is $15.80 per hour, increasing to $16.70 after six months and $17.50 after one year of continued employment; listed rates may vary by work location.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Access to reliable transportation, as most routes include multiple retail locations.
Access to reliable internet to receive critical job information and updates.
Technological competency and ability to learn and use a company-provided tablet for training and daily tasks.
Meet scheduling needs, including occasional weekends and work the day before and after major holidays as needed.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry cartons, merchandise, and fixtures weighing up to 40 pounds throughout sales floors and backrooms.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and squat throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

Service assigned retail stores by merchandising and organizing product orders, displaying products in greeting card departments and other retail locations, maintaining organized backroom areas, and completing other inventory tasks as needed.
Communicate questions or concerns about service or schedules to management.
Work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment using time-management and organizational skills.
Build relationships with retail store associates and management during daytime retail business hours.
Be available for additional workdays and extended hours leading up to and immediately following major holidays.
Provide occasional assistance with store resets, including minor fixture work, product assembly, relocation, or removal as requested.
Review and plan weekly service schedules and workloads in assigned stores using a company-issued tablet.