Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings•Mesa, AZ

11d•Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is seeking a part-time Merchandiser to service an assigned route across retail locations in Mesa and Chandler, Arizona. The role supports the company’s purpose of helping people celebrate by displaying and maintaining inventory of greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush, and other celebration products. Merchandisers work independently while coordinating with store associates and management, using organization and time-management skills in a fast-paced retail environment. The route includes three retail locations: 1245 W Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201; 400 W Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ 85225; and 1225 W Guadalupe Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202. The average schedule is 4 hours per week, potentially increasing to an average of 9 hours per week around holidays. Work is generally during daytime retail business hours, with occasional weekends and extended hours leading up to and immediately following major holidays. The company provides paid training and a company-issued tablet for training and daily tasks. Starting pay is $15.30 per hour, increasing to $16.20 after six months and $17.00 after one year of continued employment; listed rates may vary by work location. The position involves working on retail sales floors and in back stock rooms. Physical tasks include pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying merchandise, cartons, and fixtures weighing up to 40 pounds, as well as standing, walking, stooping, and squatting. A stepstool may be used for some tasks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

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 critical 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 and after major holidays as needed.
Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

Service retail stores on the assigned route, including 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 regarding service or schedules to management.
Use time-management and organizational skills in a fast-paced retail environment.
Build relationships with retail store associates and management during daytime retail business hours.
Be available for additional working days 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 weekly service schedules and workloads in assigned stores using a company-issued tablet.