Support Merchandiser

American Greetings•Memphis, TN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is seeking a Support Merchandiser to service retail locations independently and help display and maintain inventory of greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush, and other celebration products. The role is based on an assigned route serving a retail location at 5959 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119. The average schedule is 10 hours per week, with hours potentially increasing to an average of 20 hours per week around holidays. Additional territory support may require availability on multiple consecutive days and longer workdays for business needs and project-based assignments. Starting pay is $12.60 per hour, with increases to $13.30 after six months and $14.00 after one year of continued employment; listed rates may vary by work location. Flexible scheduling and paid training are offered. The role includes a 401(k) with company match.

Requirements

At least 18 years old.
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 job information and updates.
Technological competency and ability to learn and use a company-provided tablet for training and daily tasks.
Availability to meet scheduling needs, including occasional weekends and work the day before and after major holidays as needed.
Ability to work independently and with a team.
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.

Responsibilities

Service stores on the assigned route by merchandising and organizing product orders, displaying products in greeting card departments and other retail locations, maintaining organized backroom areas, and completing other inventory tasks as needed.
Communicate questions or concerns about service or schedules to management.
Work in a fast-paced retail environment using effective time management and organizational skills.
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 the weekly service schedule and workload in assigned stores using a company-issued tablet.