District Retail Merchandiser

The-Hillman-Group; Washington; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hillman Group is seeking a District Retail Merchandiser to coordinate field projects such as new store sets, re-sets, and conversions within the assigned district. You will work with the District Manager to plan, schedule, and execute projects and maintain strong store-level relationships.

You will lead temporary staff at locations, manage planograms compliance, and travel 80–90% within the district. Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Windows is required, along with a high school diploma and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years merchandising experience in retail environment.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Windows.
• Knowledge of plan-o-grams - able to work off plan-o-grams efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and implement projects with District Manager.
• Coordinate successful assembly of product displays per planogram and item placement.
• Lead temporary employees and third-party merchandisers at customer locations.
• Maintain excellent store-level customer relations.
• Back up to Territory Managers as needed.
• Submit required paperwork and reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain records and manage expenses within company budgets.
• Maintain current knowledge of products, field operations, and customer account specs.
• Travel constantly within district or region.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, twisting, climbing, and lifting.
• Exposures to dust and occasional dirty conditions.

Skills

Organization

Planning

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Overnight travel

Lifting 50 lbs

Plan-o-grams

Education

High school diploma

Merchandising experience (retail)

Tools

Word

Excel

Windows

Job description

Job Summary

The District Retail Merchandiser coordinates a variety of field projects including new store sets, re-sets, and conversions to ensure that the company provides value added services to customers within the assigned district.

Essential Job Functions*

• Works with District Manager to plan, schedule, and implement projects. Addresses and resolves issues in a timely manner.
• Coordinates the successful assembly of product displays according to plan-o-gram, new item placement, and merchandising systems at customer retail locations.
• Leads temporary employees and third-party merchandisers at customer locations.
• Maintains excellent customer relations at the store level.
• Serves as a back up to Territory Managers as needed.
• Maintains ongoing communication with District Manager. Submits required paperwork and reports in a timely manner.
• Maintains required records and manages expenses within company budgets.
• Maintains a current knowledge of company products, field operations, and customer account specifications.
• Travels constantly within district or region.
• Work involves frequent walking, standing, bending, twisting, climbing, and lifting.
• Work involves exposure to dust and occasional dirty conditions.

* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years merchandising experience, in retail environment.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Windows
• Knowledge of plan-o-grams - able to work off plan-o-grams in an efficient manner.

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organization, planning skills, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers and deal tactfully with the public.
• Willing to travel 80 - 90% of the time when needed.
• Maintains a valid driver license and vehicle insurance.
• Frequent overnight travel may be required.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle safely and lift 50 pounds.

Operational Equipment

• N/A