Merchandiser

McClatchy • Odon, IN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser services products in multiple retail stores across Odon, Indiana, and surrounding areas, traveling between assigned stores. This is an on-site, part-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Supervisor of Merchandising. Assigned stores are serviced on designated weekdays according to an established schedule, with travel expected up to 100% of the time to cover the territory. Travel time between accounts is paid. Compensation is $15, and a retention and/or referral bonus may be available after three months, subject to program eligibility.

The role applies appropriate store and/or corporate standards to merchandise products, replenish products safely and efficiently, and, when needed, assemble shelves, racks, and display cases according to measurement guidelines. The Merchandiser must service stores within assigned hours, obtain approval before working outside scheduled hours, and contact the Supervisor before working more than 10 hours in a workday or working overtime. Work hours and other company-related information must be recorded accurately using designated applications. Duties requested by store personnel that are not listed in the role should be discussed with the Supervisor before being performed.

The position involves frequent bending, squatting, standing, walking, kneeling, pushing and pulling, handling objects, and fine finger movements. Employees must frequently carry or lift light loads up to 25 pounds and moderate loads of 25–50 pounds, and occasionally heavy loads over 50 pounds. Part-time employees may be eligible to participate in McClatchy’s 401(k) plan with an employer match and have access to the Employee Assistance Program, which provides confidential mental health, financial, legal, and everyday-life support for employees and household members.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and attention to detail.
• Professional conduct.
• Adherence to the company’s attendance policy.
• Reliable transportation for travel between stores.
• Ability to use Movista and/or other company-required applications.
• Personal cell phone and a mobile device, such as a tablet.
• Proficiency with Word, the internet, and email applications.
• Successful background check, four-panel drug test (does not include THC), and MVR clearance are conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

• General merchandising experience.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products in retail environments according to applicable store and corporate standards.
• Safely and efficiently replenish products.
• Assemble shelves, racks, and display cases when needed, following measurement guidelines.
• Service all assigned stores on schedule and within the hours allotted by the Supervisor of Merchandising.
• Obtain prior approval from the Supervisor before working outside scheduled hours.
• Contact the Supervisor before working more than 10 hours in a workday or working overtime.
• Accurately record work hours and other company-related information using designated applications.
• Discuss duties requested by store personnel that are not listed in the role with the Supervisor before performing them.
• Handle all products correctly, including returns, and follow planograms and flowcharts.
• Communicate regularly with the Supervisor and develop relationships with store personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible part-time employees can participate in McClatchy’s 401(k) plan, which includes an employer match.
• Part-time employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering no-cost, confidential mental health support, financial and legal guidance, and everyday-life resources for employees and household members.
• Retention and/or referral bonus after three months, subject to program eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed