PUMA Visual Merchandiser

ThirdChannel; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

1099 contractor status

Flexible schedule

Travel incentive

1.5 hour store visits

Competitive pay starting at $25/hour

Job summary

ThirdChannel is seeking experienced visual merchandisers to represent the PUMA brand in Austin, TX. You will create premium product displays, ensure brand guidelines are met, and engage with store teams and customers to elevate brand awareness.

As a 1099 independent contractor, you’ll design your own flexible schedule, complete store visits of about 1.5 hours, and earn competitive pay starting at $25/hour, with travel incentives and opportunities to grow merchandising experience.

Qualifications

• Previous merchandising experience in a retail setting.
• Friendly demeanor with strong relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Visually elevate and assure premium execution of PUMA brand.
• Create footwear displays that align with PUMA’s standards and draw in customers.
• Merchandise footwear and apparel by product category and ensure displays meet brand guidelines.
• Ensure marketing materials are present and properly placed.
• Engage with associates and consumers to increase brand awareness and highlight features and benefits.
• Check inventory in stock room to ensure all styles are on the sales floor.
• Complete store visit reports using ThirdChannel’s mobile app with photos and summaries.

Skills

Merchandising

Retail experience

Communication

Time management

Tech-savvy

Mobile app use

Tools

ThirdChannel app

Job description

We are looking for experienced visual merchandisers with a passion for the PUMA brand!

Are you detail oriented, active and have a genuine passion for PUMA footwear and apparel? If so, this opportunity would be a perfect fit for you!

PUMA is a German multinational corporation which was founded in 1948 by Rudolf Dassler, known for designing and manufacturing athletic and casual footwear, apparel and accessories, and is the third largest sportswear manufacturer globally.

“GO CHASE IT. GO FEEL IT. GO WILD” Is their motto; “FOREVER.FASTER.” is their mantra.

BRAND REP RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Visually elevate and assure premium execution of PUMA brand
• Create footwear displays that align with PUMA’s standards and draw in customers
• Merchandise footwear, and in some instances apparel, by product category and ensure displays meet brand guidelines
• Ensure marketing materials are present and properly placed
• Engage with associates and consumers to increase PUMA’s brand awareness and highlight the features and benefits of their products
• Check inventory in stock room to ensure that all styles are on the sales floor
• Commit to, and manage, your own work schedule of store visits in your assigned market

• Complete store visit reports, utilizing ThirdChannel’s mobile app to gather and submit intel, excellent photos, and well-written visit summaries

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Previous merchandising experience
• Experience in a retail setting
• Friendly demeanor and ability to build, and nurture, strong relationships with store team members
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to problem solve and manage time autonomously
• Comfortable with technology to install, and navigate, the ThirdChannel app
• A smart device with internet access (iOS 15.0 or above, Android phones on version 10.0 or above)

JOB COMPENSATION AND PERKS

• This is a 1099 independent contractor position and provides excellent supplemental income
• Our competitive pay starts at $25/hour and is based on your market and relevant experience. Travel incentive is added to every store visit
• Ongoing monthly store visits will be 1.5 hours, each visit.
• Store count varies by market.
• Design your own flexible work schedule in agreement with store management
• Quarterly video calls with Brand Executives to gain product knowledge and build skills
• Build merchandising, inventory and customer service experience
• Immediate start date upon completion of Brand Rep Certification

THIRDCHANNEL

ThirdChannel was created with a simple idea in mind — brands need people.

We believe there is a dedicated, passionate group of people who represent everything a brand stands for — lifestyle, value, and ethics. At ThirdChannel, we find people just like you and match you to a brand based on the life you love living.

ThirdChannel provides in-store, retail technology solutions driven by passionate brand experts. Equipping skilled, passionate brand reps with powerful technology allows them to make intelligent sales optimizations in retail store environments.