Part-Time Retail Merchandiser - Columbus, OH

Chuck Latham Associates•Columbus, OH

2d•$16 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Chuck Latham Associates (CLA), a pet sales and branding agency, is hiring a part-time Assisted Sales Representative (ASR) to promote multiple product lines in specialty retail stores. This is a self-managed merchandising role with monthly flexible hours. Compensation is $15.50–$17.00 per hour, plus mileage and drive-time reimbursement and a monthly smart-device stipend. The role involves visiting assigned stores within the territory each month, completing merchandising and sales-promotion activities, and building relationships with store associates, customers, and management. Seasonal product demonstrations may be available. The position requires use of a smart device in stores to take photos and submit completion surveys. Employees must be able to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 40 pounds.

Requirements

Strong technical skills with smartphone or tablet technology.
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, which may occasionally include weekends.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with the CLA team, store associates, and customers.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness, with the ability to monitor the quality of one's own work.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to plan and complete multiple priorities.
Dependability, including completing work on time, following instructions, responding to management direction, and seeking feedback to improve performance.
Must have a smart device or tablet with reliable internet access.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must have a reliable vehicle for work purposes and at least the minimum required auto insurance coverage.
Able to meet the physical demands of the job, including reaching, bending, crouching, kneeling, and walking.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior merchandising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform merchandising tasks, including compliance checks, improving on-shelf availability, installing point-of-purchase materials, building incremental displays, completing cut-ins and resets, and educating store staff.
Promote brand awareness and sales by engaging with and educating store associates and customers.
Build and maintain relationships while serving as a liaison among clients, store associates, and store management.
Visit assigned stores monthly within the territory; additional work may depend on surge projects.
Use a smart device in stores to take photos and submit completion surveys.
Participate in seasonal product demonstrations when available.
Communicate and collaborate with the supervisor on other assigned duties.