Area Merchandiser Lead

Acosta Sales & Marketing; Minnesota; On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Part time

Job summary

Acosta Sales & Marketing is currently seeking an Area Merchandiser Lead in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The ideal candidate will support retail operations while independently leading a team across various store locations. This part-time role offers flexible workdays and the opportunity to mentor team members.

Key responsibilities include executing retail tasks, resolving on-the-spot issues, and ensuring quality audits. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, reliable transportation, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in retail is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and passion for high-quality execution.
• Experience in mentoring or training team members in retail environments.
• Reliable transportation for traveling between store locations.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned retail tasks accurately and on time.
• Resolve urgent store issues as they arise.
• Conduct store and rep audits to ensure quality and consistency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mentoring and training

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 2+ years of grocery retail experience

Tools

Mobile apps

Client platforms

Job description

Area Merchandiser Lead

General Information

• Company: PRE-US
• Location: SAINT PAUL, Minnesota, 55125
• Ref #: 134760
• Pay Rate: $17.50
• Range Minimum: $17.50
• Range Maximum: $17.50
• 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?

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*Acosta Group, in good faith, believes that any posted range of compensation is the accurate range for this role at the time of this posting. Acosta Group may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidate qualifications and locations. This range may be modified in the future.