Merchandiser

McClatchy • Daleville, VA

16d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser works in a retail environment to merchandise and replenish products according to applicable store and corporate standards. This is an on-site, part-time, non-exempt position servicing multiple stores in Daleville, Virginia, and surrounding areas. Travel between stores is expected up to 100% of the time, and travel time between accounts is paid. Stores are serviced on designated weekdays according to an established schedule.

The Merchandiser must complete scheduled store work within the hours assigned by the Supervisor of Merchandising, obtain prior approval before working outside scheduled hours, and contact the Supervisor before exceeding 10 hours in a workday or working overtime. The employee records work hours and other company-related information using designated applications and consults the Supervisor before carrying out duties requested by store personnel that are outside the position’s listed responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned.

The position requires reliable transportation, a personal cell phone and mobile device such as a tablet, and the ability to use Movista and other required applications. Employment is contingent on a background check, a four-panel drug test that does not include THC, and MVR clearance. Compensation is $15, with travel time between accounts paid. A retention and/or referral bonus may be available after three months, subject to program eligibility.

Eligible part-time employees can participate in McClatchy’s 401(k) plan with an employer match and have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential support for 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 and 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 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 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.
• Consult the Supervisor before performing duties requested by store personnel that are not listed for the role.
• Handle all products correctly, including returns.
• Follow planograms (POGs), flowcharts, and other merchandising 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 the 401(k) plan, which includes an employer match.
• Eligible part-time employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including no-cost, confidential mental health, financial, legal, and everyday-life support for employees and household members.
• Retention and/or referral bonus after three months, subject to program eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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