Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings•Garland, NC

26d•Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is hiring a part-time Merchandiser to work independently across retail locations on an assigned route. 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. The route covers retail locations in Elizabethtown, Clinton, Roseboro, Bladenboro, Dublin, Clarkton, Salemburg, Tar Heel, and Garland, North Carolina. The position averages 8 hours per week, with hours potentially increasing to an average of 20 hours per week around holidays. The starting pay is $11.70 per hour, increasing to $12.40 after six months and $13.00 after one year of continued employment; listed rates may vary by work location. Flexible scheduling and paid training are offered, along with a 401(k) with company match. No prior experience is necessary, and training is provided.

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.
Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry cartons, merchandise, and fixtures weighing up to 40 pounds throughout sales floors and backrooms.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and squat throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

Service stores on the assigned route by merchandising and organizing product orders, displaying products in greeting card departments and other retail locations, maintaining organized backroom areas, and completing other inventory tasks as needed.
Communicate questions or concerns about service or schedules to management.
Work in a fast-paced retail environment using effective time-management and organizational skills.
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 the weekly service schedule and workload in assigned stores using a company-issued tablet.