Merchandiser Mandate Retail Service

Acosta; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals to join their retail merchandising team. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for executing plan-o-grams, ensuring effective product placement, and maintaining merchandising standards. Ideal candidates should be self-starters with strong organizational and communication skills, capable of working collaboratively in a team environment. This position offers a chance to contribute to the success of retail operations while enjoying a range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with generous paid time off. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the retail sector, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401k program

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience reading & using planograms.
• Reliable transportation and professional appearance required.

Responsibilities

• Read and implement plan-o-grams for merchandising tasks.
• Partner with store personnel to achieve merchandising excellence.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Leadership skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Smartphones

Handheld devices

Computer

Calculator

Fax machine

Pallet jack

Job description

Merchandiser Mandate Retail Service

General Information

Company: ACO-US

Location: JOHNSTOWN, Pennsylvania, 15905

Ref #: 72063

Function: Merchandising

Employment Duration: Full-time

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

• 401k program

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program

Description and Requirements

Acosta is currently seeking motivated and career-minded candidates to join its national network of retail merchandisers. We owe our continued success to the hard working, intelligent and innovative people who implement our retail programs every day.

The Merchandiser Mandate Retail Service is responsible for effectively working in teams to perform reset and remodel work including, but not limited to, reading and implementation of plan-o-grams, new item placement, void corrections, and special merchandising activity.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, quick learner, has a strong attention to detail, and works well in a team situation. They must possess excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with business partners.

What will you do?

1. Read and follow a plan-o-gram to effectively complete reset and remodel work. Have a working knowledge of merchandising and retail terminology.
2. Perform duties such as moving and cleaning shelves, installing new racks and shelves, displaying merchandise properly, placing shelf strips and attaching tags properly, checking date codes and plan-o-gram integrity, and processing pack-outs, restocks and reorders as necessary.
3. Partner with store personnel and co-workers to achieve and maintain merchandising excellence, discuss changes, and build an effective working relationship.
4. Report and discuss observations and issues with Mandate Senior Area Manager/Mandate Area Manager.
5. Effectively and accurately work with web based applications to indicate work availability, check schedule for work assignments, accept work assignments, receive work documentation and information, record work start and completion times, record work mileage, record work expenses, record work time and attendance, and complete training activities.
6. Effectively and accurately prepare, process, submit, and manage documentation related to assigned reset and remodel work.
7. Perform job safely by demonstrating full awareness of his/her surroundings. Utilize proper safety techniques and equipment use when necessary. Be proactive in alerting management to any unsafe act or condition to prevent injuries.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.
9. Understand and follow all Acosta policies and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

1. Reliable transportation.
2. Minimum 1-year experience reading & using planograms. Retail and reset responsibility experience preferred.
3. Ability to maintain a professional appearance.
4. Computer access with printer/Internet/email.
5. Comfortable utilizing Technology (i.e. smartphones and handheld devices).
6. Willing and able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
7. Possess strong interpersonal, organizational, decision making and leadership skills. Able to read and communicate effectively with others.
8. Able to operate or learn how to operate a computer, calculator, fax machine, telephone, paper cutter, copier, hammer, screwdriver, drill, case cutter, hand truck, and pallet jack. Must be able to climb and stand on a step stool or ladder.

This job posting covers the general job duties for this position and does not imply that these are the only tasks required. The Acosta Group’s Talent Acquisition Team will go over any questions you have regarding the above during the interview process.

The Acosta Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.