Travel Retail Merchandiser

Grocery Outlet Career • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The Travel Retail Merchandiser is part of Grocery Outlet’s Sales and Merchandising team and supports the company’s growth by helping set up new stores across the United States and supporting existing store operators. The role travels to different locations weekly and serves as a brand ambassador to Independent Operators and their store teams. It reports to the Merchandising Manager. Flexibility and a willingness to travel are central to the position.

The role offers exposure to grocery retail operations, merchandising, project management, store launches, and cross-functional collaboration. The position involves hands-on merchandising and fixture work, administrative duties, and work on tight timelines.

Requirements

• Self-motivated, respectful, and professional, with a great attitude.
• Able to travel away from home 4–5 nights a week, including by flight and/or driving personal or rental cars out of state.
• Able to work 5–10 days in a row.
• Able to stand or walk for up to 100% of a shift.
• Organized and able to meet deadlines and complete tasks efficiently.
• Able to travel weekly.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and overnight shifts.
• Able to work overtime when needed.
• Eager to learn new skills and work in new areas.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate merchandising best practices to store employees.
• Guide Independent Operators and their store teams on merchandising and brand standards.
• Construct and deconstruct store fixtures, including shelving and racking.
• Unpack pallets of food and other products.
• Merchandise and organize products on the sales floor and in the stockroom.
• Work efficiently and effectively on tight timelines.
• Complete administrative tasks, including managing expenses, booking flights, submitting timesheets, and checking email.
• Communicate clearly and consistently.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) profit sharing.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
• Company coverage of travel expenses, including airfare, hotel, rental cars, and personal car mileage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed