Merchandiser

McClatchy • Greenville, OH

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser works in a retail environment, servicing products in multiple stores and traveling between them. The role applies appropriate store and/or corporate merchandising standards, replenishes products safely and efficiently, and may assemble shelves, racks, and display cases according to measurement guidelines. Assigned stores are serviced on designated weekdays and according to an established schedule. The employee must service stores within the hours allotted by the Supervisor of Merchandising, obtain prior 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 accurately recorded using designated applications. Duties requested by store personnel that are not listed in the role description should be discussed with the supervisor before being performed. Other duties may be assigned.

The position is part-time, non-exempt, and on-site, with service across multiple stores in the Greenville, Ohio area (servicing ZIP code 45331 and surrounding areas). Travel is expected up to 100% of the time to cover the territory. The role has no direct reports and reports to the Supervisor of Merchandising. Compensation is $15, with travel time between accounts paid. A retention and/or referral bonus may be available after three months, subject to program eligibility. Employment is contingent on a background check, a four-panel drug test that does not include THC, and MVR clearance.

The job requires frequent bending, squatting, standing, walking, kneeling, pushing or pulling, handling objects, and fine finger movements; sitting and reaching above shoulder level are occasional. The employee frequently reads and comprehends, writes, performs calculations, communicates orally, and reasons and analyzes. The role frequently involves carrying or lifting light loads up to 25 pounds and moderate loads of 25–50 pounds, and occasionally involves heavy loads over 50 pounds. Part-time employees have access to McClatchy’s 401(k) plan with employer match, if eligible, and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides confidential support for mental health, financial and legal guidance, and everyday life resources 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 a mobile device, such as a tablet.
• Proficiency with Word, the internet, and email applications.
• Employment is contingent on a background check, a four-panel drug test that does not include THC, and MVR clearance.

Nice To Haves

• General merchandising experience.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products in retail stores according to applicable store and/or corporate standards.
• Safely and efficiently replenish products.
• Assemble shelves, racks, and display cases as needed, following measurement guidelines.
• Service assigned stores on schedule and within the hours allotted by the Supervisor of Merchandising.
• Obtain prior supervisor approval before working outside scheduled hours and 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 description with the supervisor before performing them.
• Handle all products correctly, including returns, and follow planograms (POGs), flowcharts, and related guidance.
• 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 with an employer match.
• Eligible part-time employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), with no-cost confidential mental health, 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