Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings•Sanford, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is seeking a part-time Merchandiser to service an assigned route across multiple retail locations. The role supports the company’s purpose of helping people celebrate special moments by displaying and maintaining inventory of greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush, and other celebration products. Merchandisers work independently while coordinating with store associates and management. The route covers five retail locations in Cameron and Sanford, North Carolina. The weekly average is 9 hours, with hours potentially increasing to an average of 22 per week around holidays. The ideal candidate is available during daytime hours, particularly Monday mornings. Flexible scheduling and paid training are offered. The starting pay is $11.70 per hour, increasing to $12.40 after six months and $13.00 after one year of continued employment; listed rates may vary by work location. Work takes place on retail sales floors and in back stock rooms. Duties involve handling merchandise and fixtures, and using a company-issued tablet to plan and track weekly service work. A stepstool may be used for some tasks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. American Greetings is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability, or protected veteran status.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Be able to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Have access to reliable transportation, as most routes include multiple retail locations.
Have access to reliable internet to receive job information and updates.
Be able 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.
Be able to push, pull, lift, and carry cartons, merchandise, and fixtures weighing up to 40 pounds; stand, walk, stoop, and squat throughout the workday.

Nice To Haves

Availability during daytime hours, particularly Monday mornings, to meet store needs and service requirements.

Responsibilities

Service stores on the assigned route 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 in a fast-paced retail environment using effective time management and organizational skills.
Build relationships with retail store associates and management during daytime business hours.
Be available for additional workdays and extended hours leading up to and immediately following major holidays.
Occasionally assist with store resets, which may include minor fixture work, product assembly, relocation, or removal.
Review and plan weekly service schedules and workloads in assigned stores using a company-issued tablet.
Work independently and as part of a team.