Stocker Merchandiser Lead

CONA Services•Marion, IL

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandiser Lead works with the Merchandising Supervisor to help develop merchandising staff through training and coaching. The role is scheduled to merchandise accounts as needed and serves as the Merchandising Supervisor’s point of contact on the supervisor’s days off. The primary service area is Marion, Herrin, and Carbondale. The schedule is Friday through Tuesday, with Wednesday and Thursday off, and a 5:00 a.m. start time. The role involves field work at customer locations, monitoring merchandising activities in Pace using an iPad, conducting store audits and merchandiser check-ins, covering open routes, and supporting safe work practices. Pay is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of work experience.
Minimum of one year of work experience in grocery, retail, warehouse, manual labor, or a related field.
Experience working with minimal supervision.
Basic computer application and technology skills, including the ability to operate a smartphone, iPad, and/or laptop.
Ability to obtain Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) certification upon hire.
Flexibility with work hours and ability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays due to customer needs.
Valid driver's license and current vehicle liability insurance.
Driving record must meet policy guidelines, including no major violations within the last three years.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Prior merchandising and leadership experience preferred.
Prior experience using equipment such as pallet jacks and high loader lifts preferred.

Responsibilities

Train new and existing merchandisers in standard merchandising activities and procedures, including onboarding and retraining.
Conduct capability-building sessions and provide performance feedback to merchandisers.
Serve as the Merchandising Supervisor’s point of contact on the supervisor’s days off, fielding team calls, handling schedule changes, and addressing customer concerns.
Monitor daily merchandising activities in Pace while in the field using an iPad.
Conduct weekly store audits and weekly check-ins with merchandisers.
Cover open merchandiser routes and perform daily merchandising activities as needed.
Ensure teammates use proper safe working techniques and have the proper equipment.
Identify and report unsafe working conditions and comply with company policies and procedures.