Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings Corporation; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 23,005 - 25,485; 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 candidate for a route servicing various locations in Cambridge, MA. The role involves merchandising products, managing inventory, and maintaining relationships with store associates. Flexible work scheduling and a starting pay of $16.70 per hour are offered, with potential increases over the first year.

Ideal candidates should possess strong time-management and organizational skills, and be prepared to work independently as well as part of a team. This position is integral to ensuring effective product displays and fostering positive interactions in a retail environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Service stores on the assigned route.
• Organize product orders and display products.
• Maintain an organized backroom area.
• Build relationships with retail store associates.
• Assist with store resets as needed.

Skills

Time-management

Organizational skills

Customer service

Job description

Pay and Benefits

• Starting pay is $16.70 per hour, with two increases during the first year of employment (rates are subject to change based on work location).
• After 6 months of employment the pay rate increases to $17.60.
• After 1 year of continued employment the pay rate increases to $18.50.
• Flexible work scheduling.
• Paid training.
• 401(k) with company match.

Route and Schedule

This route will service the following retail locations at: 822 Somerville Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140; 564 Massachusetts Ave; 1 Broadway; 340 River St; 115 Prospect St; 49 White St; and 46 Professors Row, Medford, MA.

The weekly average hours are 6 hours per week. Hours may increase to an average of 13 hours per week around holidays.

Primary Responsibilities

• Service stores on the assigned route, including merchandising and organizing product orders, displaying products within greeting card departments and other retail locations, and maintaining an organized backroom area.
• Communicate with management regarding questions or concerns about service or schedules.
• Work in a fast‑paced retail environment utilizing effective time‑management and organizational skills.
• Partner with and build relationships with retail store associates and management during daytime retail business hours.
• Be available 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 the weekly service schedule and workload in assigned stores, utilizing a company‑issued tablet.
• Work independently and collaboratively with a team.