Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings Corporation; Charlevoix (MI); On-site; USD 14,000 - 16,000; 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 Merchandiser in Charlevoix, Michigan, to manage and showcase various celebration products. This role requires effective organization and time management skills to maintain inventory levels in retail locations. The position offers a flexible schedule with opportunities for pay increases based on tenure.

Key responsibilities include servicing stores on a designated route, maintaining backroom inventory, and collaborating with retail staff. Training and 401(k) matching are offered as part of the employment package.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Experience in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Availability for additional working days during holidays.

Responsibilities

• Service stores on your assigned route including merchandising.
• Maintain an organized backroom area.
• Communicate with management regarding service or schedules.

Skills

Organization skills

Time management skills

Effective communication

Tools

Company-issued tablet

Job description

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.

Pay

• 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.
• We offer flexible work scheduling.
• We provide paid training.
• 401(k) with company match.

Route and Schedule

• Service the following retail locations: 139 M 66 N # 139, Charlevoix, MI, 49720; 2044 Twin Lake Rd Ne, Mancelona, MI; 611 N Williams St, Mancelona, MI; 4830 S M 88 Hwy, Bellaire, MI; 1648 N M88 Highway, Central Lake, MI; 117 S Lake St, East Jordan, MI and 4546 S Us Hwy 131, Alba, MI.
• Weekly average hours are 3 hours per week; may increase to an average of 7 hours per week around holidays.

Primary 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.