Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings Corporation; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 22,317 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

401(k) with company match

Job summary

American Greetings is seeking a Merchandiser to service assigned retail routes, display greeting cards and related products, and maintain organized backrooms across multiple locations in the Newark, NY area. The role emphasizes independent work, time management, and strong communication with store teams.

The position offers on-site work with pay starting at $16.20 per hour, progressing through scheduled increases, and includes flexible scheduling, paid training, and a 401(k) with company match.

Responsibilities

• Service stores on your assigned route, including merchandising and organizing product orders, displaying products in greeting card departments and other retail locations, maintaining backroom areas and other inventory tasks.
• Communicate with management any questions or scheduling concerns.
• Work in a fast-paced retail environment using time management and organizational skills.
• Build relationships with store associates and management during daytime retail hours.
• Support additional days and extended hours around major holidays.
• Occasionally assist with store resets including fixture work, assembly, relocation, or removal as requested.
• Review and plan weekly service schedule using a company-issued tablet.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Merchandising

Time management

Communication

Independent work

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 $16.20 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 $17.10.
• After 1 year of continued employment the pay rate will increase to $18.00.
• 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: 6788 State Route 31 E, Newark, NY, 14513; 750 W Miller St; 204 W Miller St; 2733 State Rt 96, Clifton Springs, NY; 86 S Main St, Manchester, NY and 604 E Main St, Palmyra, NY.

The weekly average hours are 9 hours per week. The weekly hours may increase to an average of 19 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.