Seasonal Retail Merchandising Associate - GIII Brands Dresses, Cross County - Full Time
About The Position
The Merchandising Associate, also known as a Vendor Paid Merchandiser, drives sales and executes strategic merchandising initiatives within the store. The role involves suggesting vendor products, maintaining high merchandising standards, creating a memorable customer shopping experience, and identifying and communicating what is working, what is not, and how to address slow-selling areas. Associates merchandise vendor deliveries according to brand-specific guides, share product knowledge and style inspiration, communicate customer needs and shopping patterns, and partner with store teams and vendors to support sales and execution. This seasonal, full-time role requires flexible availability for various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of previous retail experience.
- Flexible availability for days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to understand customer needs and communicate product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration.
- Comfort communicating virtually, by phone, and in person.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, stay organized, and work with a sense of urgency.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels and across departments.
- Ability to handle electronic devices.
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors, and read and understand employment policies and safety rules and procedures in English.
- Ability to lift, move, stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders as required.
- Ability to stand for at least two consecutive hours and lift at least 30 pounds.
- Ability to use computers and other technology, including handheld equipment and cash registers, and process register transactions.
Responsibilities
- Drive sales by sharing product knowledge, trends, and style inspiration.
- Merchandise new vendor deliveries according to brand-specific execution guides and standards.
- Communicate customer needs and shopping patterns regularly to store leadership and vendors.
- Work with store teams to promote best practices for sales and execution.
- Ensure the sales floor is properly signed for sales and markdowns.
- Follow the store's audit policies and procedures.
- Foster acceptance and respect and build authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.
- Identify and provide feedback about merchandising performance and slow-selling areas.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- Eight paid holidays
- Continuous learning and leadership development
- Colleague Resource Groups
- Volunteer opportunities
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal and financial advice
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
