Merchandiser

McClatchy • Columbus, IN

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser works in retail stores throughout an assigned territory, traveling between locations to service and merchandise products according to applicable store and corporate standards. The role replenishes products safely and efficiently and may assemble shelves, racks, and display cases using measurement guidelines. The employee services assigned stores on designated weekdays and within the hours allotted by the Supervisor of Merchandising. Prior supervisor approval is required for work outside scheduled hours, and the supervisor must be contacted before working more than 10 hours in a workday or working overtime.

The Merchandiser records work hours and other company-related information in designated applications, handles products and returns correctly, follows planograms and flowcharts, communicates regularly with the supervisor, and builds relationships with store personnel. Duties requested by store personnel that are not listed in the role must be discussed with the supervisor before being performed. Other duties may be assigned. The position is part-time, non-exempt, on-site, and has no direct reports. Travel is expected up to 100% of the time to cover the territory.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and be detail-oriented.
• Conduct oneself professionally and adhere 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 a background check, a four-panel drug test that does not include THC, and MVR clearance.

Nice To Haves

• General merchandising experience.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products in retail environments according to store and corporate standards.
• Replenish products safely and efficiently.
• 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 supervisor approval before working outside scheduled hours and contact the supervisor before exceeding 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 outside the role with the supervisor before performing them.
• Handle all products correctly, including returns, and follow planograms and flowcharts.
• Communicate regularly with the supervisor and develop relationships with store personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible part-time employees can participate in the company’s 401(k) plan, which includes an employer match.
• Eligible part-time employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program, offering 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed