Area Merchandiser Lead

Premium Retail Services; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Independent work

Travel opportunities

Job summary

PRE-US in ANCHORAGE, Alaska, is seeking an Area Merchandiser Lead to drive retail success across multiple store locations. You will lead complex resets, audits, and collaborations with store leadership and clients to ensure top-tier execution across markets.

The role emphasizes independent work, leadership by example, and continuous improvement, with travel as needed and a strong focus on mentoring retail teams.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a passion for high‑quality execution.
• Experience mentoring or training retail team members.
• Ability to build relationships and communicate with store personnel.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned retail tasks accurately and on time.
• Address and resolve urgent store issues as they arise.
• Conduct store and rep audits to ensure quality and consistency.
• Lead and support complex resets, individually or with a team.
• Communicate clearly with management and field team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mentoring

Relationship building

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

General Information

Company: PRE-US
Location: ANCHORAGE, Alaska, 99504
Ref #: 126317
Pay Rate: $ 20.00
Experience/skills and/or location may influence position wage rate
Range Minimum: $ 20.00
Range Maximum: $ 20.00
Function: Merchandising
Employment Duration: Part-time

Description And Requirements

Join Premium Retail Services as an Area Merchandiser Lead on our Precision Team and take the lead in driving retail success across multiple store locations. This role is a perfect fit for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with people, and has a strong understanding of retail operations and technology. As an Area Merchandiser Lead, you’ll support execution, troubleshoot challenges, and foster meaningful relationships with both store leadership and team members.

What’s in it for you?

• Work independently while collaborating closely with market coordinators, reps, and leadership.
• Lead and support your peers through training, coaching, and retail execution.
• Use your problem‑solving skills to resolve urgent retail issues in real time.
• Be a visible leader in stores and a trusted point of contact for both team members and clients.
• Flexible workdays with autonomy to complete your schedule efficiently.
• Join a team that values leadership, initiative, and continuous improvement.

What will you do?

• Complete assigned retail tasks accurately and on time.
• Address and resolve urgent store issues as they arise.
• Conduct store and rep audits to ensure quality and consistency.
• Perform client walks and collaborate with clients when needed.
• Lead and support complex resets, individually or alongside a team.
• Conduct reviews for jobs and projects, including visit instructions, questions, and objectives.
• Complete time studies for upcoming work opportunities.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with management and field team members.
• Provide advanced training to existing representatives as needed.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and a passion for high-quality execution.
• Available to work 32–35 hours per week.
• Experience in mentoring or training team members in retail environments.
• Confident in building relationships and communicating with store personnel.
• Dependable, professional, and confident, representing major consumer brands.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and committed to team success.

What you’ll need:

• Strong attention to detail and a passion for high-quality execution.
• Reliable transportation to travel up to 150–200 miles between store locations.
• Availability for occasional overnight stays.
• A high school diploma or GED. An associate degree is preferred or 2+ years of grocery retail experience.
• Comfort using mobile apps, client platforms, and store tech.
• Ability to enable location services on your smartphone during work hours.

So, are you Premium’s next Area Merchandiser Lead?

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations.

Acosta Group believes in good faith that the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.