Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings Corporation; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid training

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

American Greetings is seeking a Merchandiser to work independently across various retail locations in Fort Dodge and nearby towns. You will display and maintain inventory of greeting cards, gift wrap, party goods, plush, and more, using strong organization and time management to keep backrooms tidy and products well presented.

The position offers hourly pay starting at $12.20 with increases to $12.90 after six months and $13.50 after one year, along with flexible scheduling, paid training, and a

Qualifications

• Experience merchandising in a retail setting.
• Ability to organize product orders and displays effectively.
• Willingness to travel between Fort Dodge and surrounding locations.

Responsibilities

• Service stores on assigned routes, merchandising and organizing product orders.
• Display products within greeting card departments and other retail locations.
• Maintain organized backroom areas and complete inventory tasks as needed.
• Communicate with management any questions or scheduling concerns.
• Work in a fast-paced retail environment with strong time management.
• Build relationships with store associates and management during daytime hours.

Skills

Merchandising

Time management

Organization

Independence

Communication

Job description

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.

Pay:

• The starting pay is $12.20 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 $12.90
• After 1 year of continued employment the pay rate will increase to $13.50
• We offer flexible work scheduling
• We provide paid training
• 401(k) with company match

Route and Schedule:

• 3036 1St Ave S, Fort Dodge, IA
• 613 S Commercial Ave, Eagle Grove, IA
• 1715 N Iowa Ave, Eagle Grove, IA

The weekly average hours are 6 hours per week.

The weekly hours may increase to an average of 12 hours per week around holidays.

Ideal candidate would be available during daytime hours and specifically Monday mornings due to store needs and service.

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.