Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings • Defiance, OH

11d • Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is seeking a part-time Merchandiser to service multiple retail locations independently along an assigned route. The role supports the company’s purpose of helping people celebrate holidays and special moments by displaying and maintaining inventory of greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush, and other celebration products. The listed route includes four locations in Defiance, Ohio.

The schedule averages 5 hours per week and may increase to an average of 10 hours per week around holidays. Work is performed during daytime retail business hours, with occasional weekend work and additional days or extended hours leading up to and immediately following major holidays. The position offers flexible scheduling and paid training. No prior experience is necessary.

Merchandisers work on retail sales floors and in back stock rooms, planning their weekly workload and service schedule using a company-issued tablet. The role involves physical activity, including moving merchandise and fixtures weighing up to 40 pounds, and standing, walking, stooping, and squatting throughout the workday. A stepstool may be used for some tasks.

Requirements

• Must 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.
• Reliable transportation, as most routes include multiple retail locations.
• Reliable internet access to receive job information and updates.
• Technological competency and ability to learn and use a company-provided tablet for training and daily tasks.
• Ability to meet scheduling needs, including occasional weekends and work the day before or after major holidays as needed.
• 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.
• Display products in greeting card departments and other retail locations.
• Maintain organized backroom areas and complete 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, including minor fixture work, product assembly, relocation, or removal as requested.
• Review and plan the weekly service schedule and workload in assigned stores using a company-issued tablet.

Benefits

• Flexible work scheduling
• Paid training
• 401(k) with company match
• Starting pay of $13.10 per hour, with increases to $13.80 after 6 months and $14.50 after 1 year of continued employment

What This Job Offers

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