Merchandiser

McClatchy • Burnsville, NC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser works on-site in multiple retail stores in Burnsville, North Carolina, and surrounding areas, traveling between assigned accounts. The role is part-time and non-exempt, with weekday store visits scheduled according to an established schedule. Travel may account for up to 100% of the time spent covering the territory. Travel time between accounts is paid. The position has no direct reports and reports to the Supervisor of Merchandising.

The Merchandiser applies store and corporate standards to merchandise products, safely and efficiently replenishes inventory, and may assemble shelves, racks, and display cases according to measurement guidelines. The employee services stores within scheduled hours, records work information using designated applications, and communicates with the Supervisor about schedule exceptions, overtime, or tasks requested by store personnel that are outside the role. Employment is contingent on a background check, a four-panel drug test that does not include THC, and MVR clearance.

McClatchy describes its programs as supporting employee well-being. Eligible part-time employees may participate in the company’s 401(k) plan with an employer match and have access to its Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides no-cost, confidential mental health, financial, legal, and everyday-life support for employees and household members.

Requirements

• General merchandising experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and attention to detail.
• Ability to conduct oneself professionally and adhere 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 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.

Nice To Haves

• General merchandising experience.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products in retail stores according to applicable store and corporate standards.
• Safely and efficiently replenish products.
• Assemble shelves, racks, and display cases when needed, following measurement guidelines.
• Service assigned stores as scheduled and within the hours allotted by the Supervisor of Merchandising.
• Seek prior Supervisor approval 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 job description with the Supervisor before performing them.
• Handle 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 may participate in the McClatchy 401(k) plan with an employer match.
• Eligible part-time employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program, offering no-cost, confidential mental health, financial, legal, and everyday-life support for employees and household members.

What This Job Offers

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