Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings•Arlington, OH

26d•Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is seeking a part-time Merchandiser to independently service retail locations on an assigned route in Akron, Ohio. The role supports the company’s mission of helping people celebrate by displaying and maintaining inventory of greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush products, and other celebration items. The route includes locations at 2887 S Arlington Rd and 2501 S Arlington. The schedule averages 6 hours per week, with hours potentially increasing to an average of 12 per week around holidays. Daytime availability is preferred, particularly Monday mornings. The position offers flexible scheduling and paid training. Pay starts at $13.10 per hour, increases to $13.80 after six months, and to $14.50 after one year of continued employment; listed rates may vary by work location. Merchandisers work on retail sales floors and in back stock rooms, collaborating with store associates and management while completing merchandising, inventory, and occasional store-reset tasks. The role requires reliable transportation and internet access, the ability to use a company-provided tablet, and the ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 40 pounds. Occasional weekend work and additional hours around major holidays may be needed.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
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 for job information and updates.
Ability to learn and use a company-provided tablet for training and daily tasks.
Availability to meet scheduling needs, including occasional weekends and work the day before and after major holidays as needed.
Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry cartons, merchandise, and fixtures up to 40 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and squat throughout the workday.

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 effectively in a fast-paced retail environment using time-management and organizational skills.
Build relationships with retail store associates and management during daytime business hours.
Work additional days and extended hours leading up to and immediately following major holidays as needed.
Occasionally assist with store resets, including minor fixture work, product assembly, relocation, or removal.
Review and plan weekly service schedules and workloads using a company-issued tablet.
Work independently and as part of a team.