Retail Merchandiser - Columbus, IN

L&R Distributors • Columbus, IN

1d • $15 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

L&R is a distributor of cosmetics and other retail products, distributing more than 40,000 items through three regional warehouses. The Retail Merchandiser services retail stores in the assigned territory, ensuring products are stocked, organized, and displayed properly. The role also supports store resets by implementing planograms, relocating products, setting shelves, and ensuring displays meet company and retailer standards.

The listed territory includes Columbus, Bloomington, Franklin, Shelbyville, and Rushville, Indiana. The position offers up to 30 hours per week, with service hours between 6 AM and 5 PM; work until 8 PM may be possible with authorization. Pay is $15 per hour. Mileage, tolls, and drive time are reimbursed or included as described in the posting. Part-time benefits include state sick time and 401(k) options. Employees may have an opportunity to transition to full-time after 60 days if they consistently work at least 30 hours weekly. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. The company also offers referral bonuses and an employee recognition program.

Requirements

• Previous merchandising or retail experience.
• Ability to safely use a ladder or step stool to access elevated fixtures, signage, and products.
• Ability to perform physical work, frequently lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Proficiency with tablets and smartphones.
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
• Registered vehicle, driver’s license, and car insurance.
• Motor vehicle report with no more than three moving violations within the last 36 months.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with resets, planograms, and store footage.
• Knowledge of retail sales and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Place inventory orders according to store ordering guidelines using a company-supplied tablet and scanner with Repsly software.
• Service store routes according to assigned call frequencies and work closely with the District Manager.
• Follow the store visit process, including merchandising delivery from the previous order, completing task forms, taking photographs, placing orders to maintain stock levels, and completing other requested projects.
• Implement planograms and schematics to reset cosmetic displays, fixtures, and sections according to instructions.
• Complete resets according to L&R standards and project timelines.
• Install and adjust shelving, hooks, and fixtures as needed to match planogram specifications.
• Process customer returns related to resets according to L&R returns and reclamation guidelines.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales, promotions, and policies for invoicing, exchanges, and returns.
• Communicate efficiently with store associates during each store visit.
• Verify merchandise shipments when received and checked in by authorized store personnel.
• Communicate professionally with store management and associates.
• Clean and organize display cases and shelves.
• Conduct requested store surveys and audits, including taking photographs of assigned departments to help address store issues.
• Service additional stores as business needs require.

Benefits

• Mileage and toll reimbursement.
• Paid drive time included with hours worked.
• Part-time state sick time and 401(k) options.
• Opportunity to transition to full-time after 60 days if consistently working 30 or more hours weekly.
• Full-time medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Employee recognition program.

What This Job Offers

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