Merchandiser

McClatchy • Urbana, OH

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser works on-site in a retail environment, servicing products across multiple stores and traveling between them throughout the assigned territory. The role applies appropriate store and 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 according to an established schedule, within the hours allotted by the Supervisor of Merchandising. Travel time between accounts is paid.

The position is part-time and non-exempt, based in Urbana, Ohio, and reports to the Supervisor of Merchandising. Travel may be required up to 100% of the time. Compensation is $15, with a retention and/or referral bonus available after three months, subject to program eligibility. 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. Part-time employees may be eligible to participate in McClatchy’s 401(k) plan with an employer match and have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential mental health, financial, and legal guidance and other resources for employees and household members.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and maintain 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 a mobile device, such as a tablet.
• Proficiency with Word, the internet, and email applications.
• Successful completion of a background check, four-panel drug test (does not include THC), and MVR clearance as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• General merchandising experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products in retail stores according to applicable store and corporate standards.
• Safely and efficiently replenish products.
• Assemble shelves, racks, and display cases when needed, following measurement guidelines.
• Service all assigned stores on schedule and within the hours allotted by the Supervisor of Merchandising.
• Obtain prior approval from the Supervisor 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 in the job description with the Supervisor before performing them.
• Handle all products correctly, including returns.
• Follow planograms (POGs), flowcharts, and other merchandising guidance.
• Communicate regularly with the Supervisor.
• Develop relationships with store personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible part-time employees may participate in McClatchy’s 401(k) plan with an employer match.
• Eligible part-time employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including no-cost, confidential support for 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 requirements.

What This Job Offers

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