Support Merchandiser

American Greetings•Santa Ana, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

American Greetings is seeking a Support Merchandiser to service retail locations on an assigned route. The role helps maintain and display the company’s celebration products, including greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, and plush. Work is performed independently across multiple retail locations, with opportunities to collaborate with store associates and management. The route includes stores at 3300 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA 92704; 3650 Bristol Street; and 2140 South Bristol St. The weekly average is 7 hours, with hours potentially increasing to an average of 17 per week around holidays. Additional territory support may require availability on multiple consecutive days and longer days, depending on business needs and project assignments. Flexible scheduling and paid training are offered. Starting pay is $17.10 per hour, increasing to $18.10 after six months and $19.00 after one year of continued employment; listed rates may vary by work location.

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 as part of 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 assigned retail stores by merchandising and organizing product orders, displaying products in greeting card departments and other retail areas, maintaining organized backrooms, and performing 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 working days 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.