Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings Corporation; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid training

Flexible work scheduling

Job summary

American Greetings Corporation is seeking a Merchandiser to service assigned retail routes in Knoxville, TN, and surrounding areas. You will display products, maintain backroom organization, and ensure greeting cards, gift wrap, party goods, plush, and related items are well presented.

The role emphasizes independent work on a daily schedule, strong time management, and the ability to build positive relationships with store staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail merchandising or store displays preferred.
• Strong time management and organizational skills required.
• Ability to work independently across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Service stores on the assigned route, merchandising and organizing orders;
• Display products within greeting card departments and retail locations;
• Maintain organized backroom areas and other inventory tasks as needed;
• Communicate with management about schedules or questions;
• Work in a fast-paced retail environment with strong time management;
• Build relationships with store staff and management during daytime hours;
• Be available for additional days and holiday periods;
• Assist with store resets, fixtures, and product relocation as requested;
• Plan weekly service schedule and workload in stores using a company tablet.
• Work independently and with a team as needed.

Skills

Time management

Organization

Merchandising

Communication with management

Teamwork

Independence

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:

This route will service the following retail locations at: 10900 Parkside Dr., Knoxville, TN, 37934.

The weekly average hours are 10 hours per week. The weekly hours may increase to an average of 18 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.