Retail Merchandiser - Opelika, AL
About The Position
L&R is seeking a Retail Merchandiser to service retail stores in the Opelika, Alabama; Auburn, Alabama; LaGrange, Georgia; and Lanett, Alabama territories. The Field Merchandiser ensures products are stocked, organized, and displayed properly across assigned retail locations, and supports store resets by implementing planograms, relocating products, setting shelves, and meeting company and retailer standards. The position offers up to 10 hours of work weekly, with service hours between 6 AM and 5 PM. Work until 8 PM requires authorization. The role may involve servicing additional stores based on business needs. The posting also notes an opportunity to transition to full-time after 60 days if consistent weekly hours of 30 or more are met.
Requirements
- Previous merchandising or retail experience.
- Ability to safely use a ladder or step stool to reach higher fixtures, signage, and products on elevated shelves.
- 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 three or fewer 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 orders for required inventory 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 provided instructions.
- Complete resets according to L&R standards and project timelines.
- Install and adjust shelving, hooks, and fixtures to align with planogram specifications.
- Process customer returns associated with resets according to L&R returns and reclamation guidelines.
- Maintain knowledge of current sales, promotions, and policies regarding invoicing, exchanges, and returns.
- Communicate efficiently with store associates during each store visit.
- Verify merchandise shipments upon receipt and confirm they have been checked in by authorized store personnel.
- Communicate professionally with store management and store associates.
- Clean and organize display cases and shelves.
- Conduct requested store surveys and audits, including taking photographs of assigned departments to help resolve store issues.
- Service additional stores as business needs require.
Benefits
- Mileage and toll reimbursement.
- Paid drive time included with hours worked.
- Part-time benefits include state sick time and 401(k) options.
- Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Referral bonus program.
- Employee recognition program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
