Field Merchandising Trainer

Excell Marketing Lc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Full Benefits Package

Employee Discounts

Company Vehicle

401(K) and Profit Sharing

Job summary

Excell Marketing Lc seeks a Field Merchandising Trainer in Chicago, IL. The role is vital for enhancing field performance through training and merchandising. You will train new Retail Account Merchandisers and conduct audits to ensure compliance with standards.

Experience in retail merchandising and strong communication skills are essential. The position offers competitive hourly wages, full benefits including medical and 401(K), and potential travel within the district.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Retail Merchandising, preferably in big box retail.
• 1 year of training experience preferred in a Retail Merchandising setting.
• Comfort using a tablet or phone for reporting, surveys, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Train and onboard Retail Account Merchandisers and Crossmark representatives.
• Conduct follow-up visits to ensure training adoption and compliance.
• Audit and report on critical processes like inventory and service quality.

Skills

Retail Merchandising

Training Experience

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tech Savvy

Job description

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Field Merchandising Trainer

Full Time Sales Chicago, IL, Chicago, IL, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 2231

Salary Range: $22.00 To $25.00 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY:

The Field Merchandising Trainer plays a critical role in supporting Excell Brand’s retail locations by delivering high-quality training, hands‑on merchandising, and critical administrative tasks to make their district and region successful. This full‑time position is responsible for enhancing field performance, maintaining operational consistency, and ensuring exceptional service standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 1-3 years minimum experience in Retail Merchandising, preferably in big box retail
• 1 year of training experience preferred in a Retail Merchandising setting.
• Comfort using a tablet or phone for reporting, surveys, and documentation.
• Skilled communicator who is passionate about developing others, thrive in dynamic field settings
• Highly organized with a strong commitment to process standards and quality service.
• Travel within the district and region may be needed up to 2-3 times monthly, depending on business needs.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT EXCELL:

• Competitive Hourly Wages plus commission and bonus potential
• Full Benefits Package: Medial, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans available
• Employee Discounts on products (limitations and restrictions apply)
• Company Vehicle provided
• 401(K) and profit‑sharing programs

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

Training & Field Readiness:

• Train and onboard full time and part time Retail Account Merchandisers (RAMs) and Crossmark representatives.
• Deliver new hire training, process updates, and refresher sessions.
• Conduct 45‑day and 90‑day follow‑up visits to ensure training adoption and compliance to standards and policies.
• Act as a training resource for major metro hubs and high‑priority markets.
• Reinforce process adoption through coaching, evaluation, and structured follow‑ups.
• Support HR and Process Team with curriculum feedback, training standards, and compliance.
• Execute all standard merchandising tasks including:
  • Unpacking cartons and stocking retailers’ shelves
  • Resetting and maintaining displays
  • Following planograms accurately
  • Ensuring all products are properly labeled and merchandised
  • Maintaining clean, organized presentation standards
  • Conduct store audits, identify execution gaps, and implement in‑store fixes, including support following Crossmark service misses
• Fill merchandising coverage gaps due to sick time, vacation, or turnover.
• Support store openings, seasonal peaks, or special project pushes.

Administrative Support

• Audit, report and ensure critical processes are complete and accurate such as area reports (backroom inventory), store refusals, visit data, service quality metrics and 3 rd party merchandising audits.
• Support and assist with visit scheduling by helping to align store needs and district planning.
• Conduct audits for process and training compliance.
• Identify procedural gaps, communicate them to the Process Team, and assist with corrective action follow‑through.
• Assist District Managers with day‑to‑day operational tasks and resolution of field‑level issues.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience as a retail account merchandiser or equivalent field merchandising role.
• Experience conducting training or developing others.
• Strong communication and training abilities.
• Strong organizational, planning, and administrative capabilities.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs., with team lifts up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned area with schedule flexibility.
• High level of professionalism, reliability, and relationship‑building skills.

A Drug‑Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We use E-Verify to confirm work authorization / eligibility for all hires.

Excell Brands employees are prohibited from purchasing Excell products from any Excell‑serviced retailer directly or indirectly.