Assistant Merchandiser/Supervisor

Patina, Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Patina, Inc. is looking for an Assistant Merchandiser to support the lead visual merchandiser across multiple Minnesota stores (Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Minneapolis, Saint Paul).

The role involves executing floor sets, processing merchandise, restocking, hanging fixtures, and managing inventory while delivering excellent customer service. The position offers a competitive hourly wage based on experience, with a store discount and opportunity for both full-time and part-time scheduling.

Qualifications

• Retail experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Flexible shifts including days/nights/weekends; positions may be full-time or part-time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with floor sets and merchandising to execute store direction.
• Process incoming merchandise and restock sales floor.
• Assist in supervising sales staff and delivering excellent customer service.
• Ring sales and handle transactions per store procedures.
• Support in transfers between stores and store-level tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Visual merchandising

Inventory management

Store operations

Team supervision

Job description

Now Hiring both Full-time and Part-time positions

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Job description:

Patina is a specialty retailer known for a curated mix of home decor, fragrance, paper, jewelry & toys in an inspiring & ever-changing environment!

We currently have a position available for an Assistant Merchandiser at our Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Minneapolis, and Saint Paul stores. This role will assist the lead visual merchandiser with executing floor sets, processing incoming merchandise, restocking sales floor, hanging fixtures, and managing inventory levels. We offer a competitive hourly wage based on experience, a generous store discount.

Store Merchandising

• Constantly freshen & rearrange stock according to direction given by Manager/Merchandiser/Buyer
• Discuss placement/groupings of merchandise with Manager/Merchandiser
• Create effective displays & arrange merchandise according to store guidelines
• Focus on telling the "story", visual weights, shopability, seasonality and shrinkage control
• Participate in store walk-thrus as needed
• Maintain safety protocols regarding lifting, hanging and ladder usage
• Be available to help with large store moves, seasonal display changes (may involve off hours such as early mornings, late nights or weekends with advanced notice)
• Be available to travel to other stores as required to assist with merchandising initiatives

Daily Transfer

• Assist with loading/unloading transfer
• Organize & prioritize transfer, process in a timely manner, package to minimize damages
• Regulate quantity of merchandise for sales floor, backstock the balance

Supervise Sales Staff

• Open/close store according to store procedure if necessary
• Set an example for sales staff, greeting customers and providing excellent customer service
• Handle customer complaints according to store procedure, relay as needed to Store Manager
• Assist in delegating projects and responsibilities
• Communicate progress of assigned projects to the Manager
• Pass along staff performance issues to Manager, according to store procedure

Sales

• Ring sales, process all transactions accurately and according to store procedure
• Answer phones, direct customer requests, questions or concerns

Misc.

• Assist in special projects, maintenance, clean-up and reorganization as needed
• Follow all store policies and security procedures
• Ability to react quickly to fast-paced, ever-changing retail environment
• Additional schedule availability required as workload dictates
• Full understanding of the critical work times for your position

Must have flexibility to be scheduled a variety of shifts (mix of day/night/weekend). This position is full time (40 hours per week).

REQUIREMENTS

High energy, strong visual aesthetic, ability to work on ladders, be on your feet for entire shift, ability to move up to 40 pounds and carry merchandise up/down stairs, attention to detail, ability to follow directions. Previous retail experience preferred.

• Patina is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, age, sex, gender identity, religion or national origin

Job Types: Full-time and Part-time

Benefits (For Full-time position)

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Shift

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person