Support Merchandiser

American Greetings•Cornelius, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is seeking a Support Merchandiser to service retail locations and display and maintain inventory of greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush, and other celebration products. The role works independently across assigned stores and requires organization and time-management skills. The route services a retail location at 21720 Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031. Average hours are 10 per week, potentially increasing to an average of 15 per week around holidays. Additional support may be needed on multiple successive days and may involve longer daily hours, depending on business needs and project assignments. Flexible scheduling and paid training are offered. Starting pay is $12.60 per hour, increasing to $13.30 after six months and $14.00 after one year of continued employment; listed rates may vary by work location. The merchandiser works during daytime retail business hours, on both sales floors and in back stock rooms. Duties include servicing stores on the assigned route, organizing and displaying products, maintaining backroom organization, completing inventory tasks, and occasionally assisting with store resets. The position involves using a company-issued tablet to plan weekly service schedules and workloads. Additional workdays and extended hours may be needed around major holidays.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Reliable transportation, as most routes include multiple retail locations.
Reliable internet access to receive critical job information and updates.
Technological competency and ability to learn and use a company-provided tablet for training and daily tasks.
Ability to meet scheduling needs, including occasional weekends and work the day before and after major holidays as needed.
Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry cartons, merchandise, and fixtures weighing up to 40 pounds throughout sales floors and backrooms.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and squat throughout the workday.
No prior experience is necessary; training is provided.

Responsibilities

Service stores on the assigned route, including merchandising and organizing product orders.
Display products in greeting card departments and other retail locations.
Maintain organized backroom areas and complete other inventory tasks as needed.
Communicate questions or concerns regarding service or schedules to management.
Use time-management and organizational skills in a fast-paced retail environment.
Build relationships with retail store associates and management during daytime retail business hours.
Be available for additional workdays and extended hours leading up to and immediately following major holidays.
Occasionally assist with store resets, including minor fixture work, product assembly, relocation, or removal as requested.
Review and plan weekly service schedules and workloads in assigned stores using a company-issued tablet.
Work independently and as part of a team.