Merchandiser

McClatchy • Madison, IN

25d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser works in retail environments to merchandise products according to applicable store and corporate standards. The role replenishes products safely and efficiently and may assemble shelves, racks, and display cases according to measurement guidelines. The position services multiple assigned stores on designated weekdays, traveling between stores and covering the assigned territory. Work must be completed within hours assigned by the Supervisor of Merchandising; prior approval is required for work outside the schedule, and the supervisor must be contacted before working more than 10 hours in a workday or overtime. The Merchandiser records work hours and other company-related information using designated applications, and consults the supervisor before taking on duties requested by store personnel that are not listed in the role. Other duties may be assigned.

The role is part-time and non-exempt, with no direct reports. It is an on-site position serving stores in Madison, Indiana, and surrounding areas. Travel is expected up to 100% of the time to cover the territory, and travel time between accounts is paid. Compensation is $15, with a retention and/or referral bonus 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.

McClatchy offers eligible part-time employees access to its 401(k) plan with employer match and its Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential, no-cost mental health, financial and legal guidance, and everyday-life resources for employees and household members.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and attention to detail.
• Professional conduct.
• Adherence 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.
• Employment is contingent on passing a background check, a four-panel drug test that does not include THC, and MVR clearance.
• Ability to perform the listed physical tasks and lift or carry loads, including light loads up to 25 pounds frequently, moderate loads of 25–50 pounds frequently, and heavy loads over 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• General merchandising experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products according to appropriate store and/or corporate standards.
• Safely and efficiently replenish products.
• Assemble shelves, racks, and display cases when 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 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 with the supervisor before performing them.
• Handle 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 may participate in McClatchy’s 401(k) plan, which includes an employer match.
• Eligible part-time employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including confidential, no-cost 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 eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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