Part-Time Retail Merchandiser - Chicago, IL

Chuck Latham Associates•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Chuck Latham Associates (CLA), a leading pet sales and branding agency, is seeking passionate and energetic merchandisers for the position of Assisted Sales Representative (ASR). This role involves promoting multiple product lines in specialty retail stores. The compensation includes an hourly wage, mileage/drive time reimbursement, and a monthly smart device stipend. This is a professional, part-time merchandising position with flexible monthly hours.

Requirements

Strong technical skills with smartphone/tablet technology.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule depending on the needs of the business, which may include some weekends on occasion.
Strong communication skills and is personable to be able to interact with CLA team, store associates, and customers.
Strong attention to detail.
Quality control by demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
Strong organizational skills as demonstrated by an ability to plan and complete multiple priorities.
Dependability by consistently completing work on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.
Must have a smart device/tablet with access to reliable internet.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Reliable vehicle to be used for work purposes with at least the minimum auto insurance coverage necessary.
Able to meet the physical demands of the job.
Reaching, bending, crouching, kneeling, walking.
Ability to lift to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior Merchandising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform merchandising tasks, including compliance checks, improving on-shelf availability, POP installs, building incremental displays, cut-ins/resets, and educating staff.
Promote brand awareness and sales by engaging and educating store associates and customers.
Build and maintain relationships by serving as a liaison between clients, store associates, and management in stores.
Visit assigned stores monthly within the territory; additional workload may depend on surge projects.
Use a smart device while in store to take photos and submit completion surveys.
Demo opportunities are available on a seasonal basis.
Communicate and collaborate with the supervisor on other duties as assigned.