Support Merchandiser

American Greetings•San Diego, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is seeking Support Merchandisers to work independently across retail locations, displaying and maintaining inventory of greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush, and other celebration products. The assigned route serves two retail locations on Mira Mesa Boulevard in San Diego, California. Average weekly hours are 4, with hours potentially increasing to an average of 10 around holidays. Additional territory support may require availability on multiple consecutive days and longer daily hours for business needs or project assignments. The role offers flexible scheduling, paid training, and a 401(k) with company match. Starting pay is $18 per hour, increasing to $19 after six months and $20 after one year of continued employment; listed rates may vary by work location. Merchandisers work on sales floors and in back stock rooms, independently and with teams, during daytime retail business hours. The job involves regular standing, walking, stooping, squatting, and handling merchandise and fixtures weighing up to 40 pounds. A stepstool may be used for some tasks.

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.
Ability to meet scheduling needs, including occasional weekends and work the day before and after major holidays as needed.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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.
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.