Merchandiser - PT

McClatchy Media; Hayesville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

McClatchy Media in Hayesville, NC is seeking a part-time Merchandiser to service products across multiple stores with travel between accounts. The position is on-site, non-exempt, and requires travel up to 100% of the time.

The usual schedule is weekday-based, dictated by the Supervisor of Merchandising. Compensation includes a competitive wage around $15 per hour with travel time paid, plus a retention/referral bonus after 3 months.

Qualifications

• General merchandising experience preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Able to multitask and stay detail-oriented in a retail setting.
• Professional conduct and adherence to attendance policy.
• Reliable transportation for frequent travel to stores.
• Proficient with Movista and other required applications.
• Own a mobile device; comfortable using Word, internet, and email.

Responsibilities

• 100% Merchandising: work within a retail environment to merchandise products and follow store standards.
• Replenish product, may assemble shelves and display cases per guidelines.
• Service stores as scheduled; obtain supervisor approval for overtime or extra hours.
• Accurately record work hours and other information using company apps.

Skills

General merchandising experience

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Professional conduct

Attendance policy adherence

Reliable transportation

Movista usage

Tools

Movista

Word

Email applications

Job description

Retention and/or Referral Bonus after 3 months. See Program Details for eligibility.

Position:

Merchandiser

On-site position:

will service product in multiple stores and travel between them

Status:

Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Location:

Hayesville, NC

Reports To:

Supervisor of Merchandising

Servicing Zip Code (and surrounding areas):

28904

Compensation

• Competitive Wage $15 to include Travel time between accounts is paid.
• Retention and/or Referral Bonus after 3 months. See Program Details for eligibility.

Direct Reports:

None

Schedule

• Assigned stores are serviced on designated weekdays according to the established schedule.

Travel:

Travel expected up to 100% of the time to cover territory

Requirements

• General merchandising experience preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to multitask and detail-oriented.
• Conduct self in a professional manner.
• Adherence to the company’s attendance policy.
• Reliable transportation for travel.
• Able to use Movista and/or other company-required applications.
• Have personal cell phone and mobile device, such as a tablet.
• Proficient with Word, the internet, and email applications.

Employment

contingent on background check, 4 panel drug test (does not include THC), and MVR clearance.

Summary Of Responsibilities

100% Merchandising

• Work within a retail environment to effectively merchandise products by applying appropriate store and/or corporate standards. Safely and efficiently replenish product. May assemble shelves/racks and display cases following measurement guidelines.
• Service all stores as scheduled within the allotted hours provided by Supervisor, Merchandising. Seek prior approval from Supervisor before working outside of scheduled hours.
• Contact Supervisor before working more than 10 hours in a workday or overtime.
• Accurately record work hours and other company-related information using designated applications.
• Discuss duties requested by store personnel not listed herein with Supervisor before performing those duties.

Other duties as assigned.

Goals & Objectives

• Work stores as scheduled.
• Handle all product correctly, including returns.
• Follow planograms (POGs), flowcharts, etc.
• Regular communication with Supervisor.
• Develop relationships with store personnel.

Physical Requirements

"F" FOR FREQUENTLY; "O" FOR OCCASIONALLY; "N" FOR NOT AT ALL.

Physical

• (F) Bend (O) Sit (F) Squat (F) Stand (N) Crawl
• (F) Walk (N) Climb (F) Kneel (F) Push/Pull
• (F) Handle Objects (manual dexterity) (O) Reach above shoulder level
• (F) Use fine finger movements ( ) Other ___________________

Mental

• (F) Read/Comprehend (F) Write (F) Perform calculations
• (F) Communicate Orally (F) Reason and Analyze
• () Other ____________________

Environmental

• (N) Is exposed to excessive noise (N) Is around moving machinery
• (N) Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity

Is Exposed To

• (N) dust, (N) fumes (N) gases (N) radiation (N) microwave
• (N) Drives motorized equipment (N) Works in confined quarters

Must Carry/Lift Loads Of

• (F) Light (up to 25lbs.) (F) Moderate (25-50 lbs.)
• (O) Heavy (over 50lbs.)

About The McClatchy Media Company

McClatchy strives to be an employer of choice, and our programs are designed to support the well-being of our people. Part-time employees have access to meaningful resources that promote financial wellness and everyday support.

Eligible part-time employees can participate in McClatchy's 401(k) plan, which includes an employer match, and have full access to our robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The EAP offers no-cost, confidential support for mental health, financial and legal guidance, and a wide range of everyday life resources for employees and their household members.

For more information on McClatchy's programs and resources, please visit McClatchyLivewell.com.