Merchandiser

EMD Sales Inc • Baltimore, MD

5d • $0 - $20

About The Position

E&R provides professional merchandising services for EMD SALES, Inc., an international distributor of ethnic products serving customers in the Mid-Atlantic region. The Merchandiser supports store-level sales performance and product presentation across assigned retail locations, working with Sales Representatives, store management, and internal teams to provide a consistent customer experience through shelf management and point-of-purchase execution.

The role involves maintaining stocked, organized, fresh, and visually appealing shelves and displays; coordinating store visits with a supervisor; tracking inventory and reporting low or out-of-stock products; and assisting with promotional displays and related reporting. The position also follows account-specific merchandising standards and uses the AT&T Workforce Tracking System to document activities, schedules, and performance reports.

Candidates must reside within the assigned service area and have a personal vehicle, reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, valid personal auto insurance, and a driving record that meets company standards. The role is part of a unionized workforce and requires travel among multiple retail locations in the territory.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must live within the assigned service area.
• Must have reliable transportation and access to a personal vehicle.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and valid personal auto insurance.
• Must meet company driving standards as part of the hiring process.
• Must be able to travel between multiple retail locations within the assigned territory.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in the Food & Beverage industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support store sales through point-of-purchase initiatives and maintain visually appealing, well-stocked displays.
• Optimize product placement to improve visibility, accessibility, and customer engagement.
• Review store priorities and work with a supervisor to create and maintain an efficient visit schedule.
• Stock correct products in designated shelf and display locations.
• Rotate products according to expiration dates to maintain freshness and quality.
• Clean and straighten shelves and displays and improve product presentation.
• Restock shelves using available backroom inventory.
• Monitor product levels and promptly notify Sales Representatives of low or out-of-stock items.
• Assist Sales Representatives with promotional activities, including setting up displays and observing and reporting customer engagement and promotion effectiveness.
• Communicate issues to a supervisor and help resolve them in a timely manner.
• Follow merchandising standards for each retail account and deliver consistent, high-quality results during store visits.
• Suggest innovative ideas, take on new responsibilities, and identify opportunities to add value.
• Use the AT&T Workforce Tracking System to document daily activities, manage schedules, and complete performance reports accurately and on time.
• Build professional relationships with store associates and managers and maintain clear communication with store teams, receivers, managers, and Sales Representatives.
• Complete assigned tasks within established timeframes and follow instructions carefully for accurate execution.

Benefits

• Professional development through hands-on experience in merchandising, retail operations, and brand execution.
• Independence in daily work with support from a collaborative management and sales team.
• Opportunity to influence product visibility, customer satisfaction, and store-level sales performance.
• Inclusive workplace that values teamwork and accountability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED