Merchandiser - Flexible Route & Display Expert

American Greetings Corporation; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 17,357 - 19,286; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work scheduling

Paid training

401(k) with company match

Job summary

American Greetings Corporation is seeking a dedicated Merchandiser in Morgantown, WV. In this role, you will independently service stores by organizing product displays and maintaining inventory levels to enhance the celebration of special moments. The starting pay is $12.60 per hour with planned raises, flexible scheduling, and paid training provided. Ideal candidates possess excellent organizational and time management skills. Responsibilities also include building relationships with retail associates and managing a weekly service schedule.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong organizational skills for inventory management.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with store management.

Responsibilities

• Service stores on assigned route including organizing product orders.
• Maintain organized backroom areas and inventory tasks.
• Build relationships with retail associates and management.

Skills

Organization skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

American Greetings is a global leader in the Celebrations marketplace.
Celebrate with us and join our team today!

As a Merchandiser with American Greetings, you are a vital part of our company's purpose: helping people celebrate holidays, each other, and all of life's special moments, by making the world a more thoughtful and caring place every single day. We are looking for merchandisers to work independently across various retail locations, showcasing their organization and time management skills to display and maintain inventory levels of our celebrations product, including greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush and more.

Pay:
* The starting pay is $12.60 per hour with two increases during the first year of employment (the listed rates are subject to change based on work location).
* After 6 months of employment the pay rate will increase to $13.30.
* After 1 year of continued employment the pay rate will increase to $14.00.
* We offer flexible work scheduling.
* We provide paid training.
* 401(k) with company match

Route and Schedule:
This route will service the following retail locations at: 5001 University Town Centre Dr, Morgantown, WV, 26501; 350 Patteson Dr; 1070 Giant St; 720 Venture Drive, Suite 11 and 3390 University Ave, Star City, WV.

The weekly average hours are 6 hours per week. The weekly hours may increase to an average of 16 hours per week around holidays.

Primary Responsibilities:
* Service stores on your assigned route, including merchandising and organizing product orders, displaying product within greeting card departments and other retail locations, maintaining an organized backroom areas, and other inventory tasks as needed.
* Communicate with management any questions or concerns regarding service or schedules.
* Work in a fast-paced retail environment utilizing effective time management skills and organizational skills.
* Partner and build relationships with retail store associates and management during daytime retail business hours.
* Availability for additional working days and extended hours leading up to and immediately following major holidays.
* Provide occasional assistance with store resets which may include minor fixture work, product assembly, relocation, or removal as requested.
* Review and plan your weekly service schedule and workload in your assigned stores, utilizing a company-issued tablet
*The ability to work on your own and with a team.