Part-Time Retail Merchandiser - Clayton, NC

Chuck Latham Associates•Clayton, NC

2d•$16 - $17

About The Position

Chuck Latham Associates (CLA), a pet sales and branding agency, is hiring an Assisted Sales Representative (ASR) to promote multiple product lines in specialty retail stores. This is a part-time merchandising position with monthly flexible hours. Compensation is hourly, plus mileage and drive-time reimbursement and a monthly smart device stipend. The role involves completing merchandising work in assigned stores, promoting brand awareness and sales, and serving as a liaison among clients, store associates, and store management. Merchandisers visit assigned stores monthly within their territory, with additional work depending on surge projects. Seasonal product demonstrations may also be available. The position requires use of a smart device in stores to take photos and submit completion surveys. CLA emphasizes health and safety and requires associates to follow applicable federal, state, and local safety guidelines. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

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 to interact with the CLA team, store associates, and customers.
Strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated quality control, accuracy, and thoroughness, including monitoring one's own work.
Strong organizational skills and ability to plan and complete multiple priorities.
Dependability, including completing work on time, following instructions and management direction, and soliciting feedback to improve performance.
Must have a smart device or tablet with access to reliable internet.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must have a reliable vehicle for work purposes and at least the minimum required auto insurance coverage.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job, including reaching, bending, crouching, kneeling, and walking, and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior merchandising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform merchandising tasks such as 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 workload may depend on surge projects.
Use a smart device in stores to take photos and submit completion surveys.
Participate in seasonal demonstration opportunities when available.
Communicate and collaborate with a supervisor on other duties as assigned.