Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings Corporation; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid training

Job summary

American Greetings Corporation is seeking a merchandiser to service stores in the Battle Creek, MI area, maintaining inventory and displaying products in greeting card departments. You will manage time across a small, independent route with a weekly average of about 10 hours, potentially up to 15 hours during holidays, and receive paid training.

Starting pay is $14.00 per hour with two increases during the first year, plus a 401(k) with company match.

Responsibilities

• Service stores on your assigned route, merchandising and organizing product orders, displaying product within greeting card departments and other retail locations.
• Communicate with management regarding service or schedules.
• Work in a fast-paced retail environment with strong time management and organization.
• Build relationships with store associates and management during daytime hours.
• Be available for additional days and extended hours around holidays.
• Assist with store resets including minor fixture work or product assembly as needed.
• Plan weekly service schedule and workload in stores using a company tablet.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Job description

Overview

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.

Compensation and Schedule

• The starting pay is $14.00 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 $14.80.
• After 1 year of continued employment the pay rate will increase to $15.50.
• Flexible work scheduling.
• Paid training.
• 401(k) with company match.

Route and Schedule

This route will service the following retail locations at: 5700 Beckley Rd, Battle Creek, MI, 49015 and 7589 B Drive.

The weekly average hours are 10 hours per week. The weekly hours may increase to an average of 15 hours per week around holidays.

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.