Merchandiser

McClatchy • Waverly, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser works on-site in a retail environment, servicing products at multiple stores and traveling between them within the assigned territory. The position is part-time and non-exempt, based in Waverly, Ohio, and reports to the Supervisor of Merchandising. Assigned stores are serviced on designated weekdays according to an established schedule, with travel expected up to 100% of the time. Travel time between accounts is paid. Compensation is $15, with eligibility for a retention and/or referral bonus after three months, subject to program details.

The role applies appropriate store and corporate standards to merchandise products, replenishes product safely and efficiently, and may assemble shelves, racks, and display cases according to measurement guidelines. The Merchandiser services stores within allotted hours, records work information using designated applications, and consults the Supervisor about schedule changes, overtime, or duties requested by store personnel that are outside the role's scope. There are no direct reports.

Employment is contingent on a background check, a four-panel drug test that does not include THC, and MVR clearance. The position involves frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, pushing and pulling, handling objects, fine finger movements, and carrying or lifting light and moderate loads; carrying or lifting loads over 50 pounds is occasional.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and attention to detail.
• Ability to conduct oneself professionally.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• General merchandising experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products in a retail environment according to applicable store and corporate standards.
• Replenish products safely and efficiently.
• Assemble shelves, racks, and display cases when needed, following measurement guidelines.
• Service assigned stores according to the established schedule and within the hours allotted by the Supervisor of Merchandising.
• Obtain prior Supervisor approval before working outside scheduled hours.
• 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 for the role with the Supervisor before performing them.
• Handle all products correctly, including returns.
• Follow planograms (POGs), flowcharts, and related instructions.
• 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, which includes an employer match.
• Full access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering no-cost, confidential mental health support, 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 details.
• Paid travel time between accounts.

What This Job Offers

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