Merchandising Specialist

LKQ Corporation; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Wellness Benefits

Financial Security

PTO & Holidays

Education Support

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Employee Purchase Discounts

Professional Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

LKQ Corporation is hiring a Merchandising Specialist for our Austell, GA location. You will plan and support new store sets, travel to store sites, and assist with ordering, invoicing, and back-end admin to ensure successful merchandising programs for our retail partners.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in retail merchandising or related fields, strong Excel skills, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Five years of retail merchandising, store design, or inventory management experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Create price quotations and place orders for store fixtures and accessories.
• Travel and participate in new store sets.
• Assemble and install store fixtures.
• Build displays and product sections using planogram data and merchandising techniques.
• Coordinate and communicate logistics information to sales and dealers for retail merchandising programs.
• Gather and review data for use in dealer POS software.
• Work with merchandising vendors to coordinate project activities.
• Travel and participation in trade show activities.
• Other duties, as assigned by the Manager, Customer Merchandising

Skills

Retail merchandising

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Travel up to 50%

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College degree

Tools

CAD

Planogram software

Job description

Join the LKQ Family! We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be.

Merchandising Specialist

Location: Austell, GA

Role Summary

Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. is currently looking to hire a Merchandising Specialist for our Austell, GA location. This role plays a key part in bringing our merchandising strategies to life—both in-office and in the field. You’ll help plan new stores, travel to support new store setups and remodels, and support back-end administrative processes like ordering and billing to ensure that our retail partners are set up for success.

We’re looking for a career-minded professional with a stable work history who is highly self-motivated and able to work independently. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and confident managing multiple projects while coordinating effectively with sales teams, retailers, and vendor partners. Solid Microsoft Office skills are required, with particular emphasis on Excel.

If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity where you can take ownership of your work, manage projects independently, and contribute to the success of our retail partners, the Merchandising Specialist position may be a great fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Create price quotations and place orders for store fixtures and accessories.
• Travel and participation in new store sets.
• Assemble and install store fixtures.
• Build displays and product sections using established planogram data and knowledge of accepted merchandising techniques
• Coordinate and communicate logistics information to sales and dealers for retail merchandising programs.
• Gather and review data for use in dealer point-of-sale (POS) software.
• Work with merchandising vendors to coordinate project activities.
• Travel and participation in trade show activities.
• Other duties, as assigned by the Manager, Customer Merchandising

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Microsoft Office experience.
• Five years of retail merchandising, store design, or inventory management experience
• At least 21 years old
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel up to 50% - Car or aircraft

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree
• Experience with CAD (drafting) and/or computerized planogramming software
• Knowledge of ADA regulations regarding store design (US)
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

• In-office work is sedentary (50%). Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and use a computer, keyboard, and mouse frequently. * Stand-up desks are available.
• Travel is required, including overnight stays
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted

Who is Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.?

We are North America’s leading distributor of specialty automotive aftermarket, RV, and marine parts and accessories. Our success is driven by a people-focused culture rooted in our core values:

Commitment | Customer Service | Execution | Integrity | Leadership | Teamwork | Fun

With over 1,900 dedicated team members worldwide, we believe that our employees are the heart of our success. When you grow, we all grow — and we’re committed to supporting your journey.

We offer comprehensive benefits and development programs that are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally .

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA Options

• Wellness Benefits: Access to HINGE Health, Employee Assistance Program, and more

• Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, Company-paid Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability, Short-term Disability

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

• Education Support: Tuition Assistance and Scholarships for Dependents

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Employee Purchase Discounts

• Professional Opportunities: Ongoing training, internal growth, and leadership development

• Inclusive Culture: Team-driven environment that values innovation and integrity

Why Join Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.?

We’re not just delivering parts — we’re delivering opportunity; you will gain more than a job; you will jumpstart your new career as part of a team that’s driving the future of the automotive aftermarket, RV, and marine industries.

Learn more about our career opportunities: www.keystoneautomotive.com/Careers .