Part Time Merchandiser

Central Garden & Pet Company; Newport News (VA); Remote; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a part-time Merchandiser and play a vital role in enhancing product visibility in major retail stores. This position involves stocking and arranging displays for a variety of garden products, ensuring they meet retailer standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of alertness. Enjoy a flexible work environment with opportunities for travel and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k matching and discounts on various services. If you're passionate about merchandising and want to contribute to a company dedicated to nurturing happy homes, this role is for you.

Benefits

401k with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on Cell Phones

Referral Program with Cash Bonus

Access to On-Demand Pay

Qualifications

• Previous merchandising experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs consistently.

Responsibilities

• Stock and arrange product displays in retail stores.
• Maintain set integrity for various garden products.
• Install and maintain off-shelf display opportunities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Reading Skills

Physical Stamina

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Pallet Jack

Hand-Powered Tools

Smartphone

Job description

Location: Newport News, VA, United States
Date Posted: Mar 3, 2025

Our Garden Group, providing sales support and logistics for both proprietary brands and other consumer recognized brands, is searching for a part-time Merchandiser in our Newport News, VA area. This position includes stocking and arranging the product displays, including grass seed, chemicals, and clay pottery, in home improvement centers of Lowe’s, Home Depot, and Walmart stores.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Down stocking and maintaining set integrity for Central Garden grass seed, chemicals, bird feed, fertilizer, and clay pottery
• Set and maintain the shelves according to retailer mandated planograms/modulars
• Install and maintain off-shelf display opportunities for Central Garden products

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

• Previous merchandising experience preferred
• Strong communication skills needed to interact with store management and consumers
• Strong reading skills needed to understand packaging labels and re-tagging projects
• Must be able to bend, pull, and lift 50 lbs. consistently throughout the course of a workday
• Must be able to climb ladders, use a pallet jack, and hand-powered tools
• Must have a valid driver’s license in the state in which you reside, a good driving record, reliable transportation, and proof of current personal car insurance with you listed as an insured driver
• Must have daily access to internet/email
• Must have a personal smartphone with a current operating system: Android 13.0 or above, or Apple iOS 15.0 and above for daily communications with supervisor
• Responsible, reliable, and dependable work habits
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Retail store environment – garden center and throughout retail store
• Work week is Monday - Friday and some weekends (primarily Saturday)
• Daily travel throughout territory may require driving time (personal car)
• Remote

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone, and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.