PUMA Visual Merchandiser

ThirdChannel; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Independent contractor

Flexible schedule

Travel incentive

Competitive pay

Job summary

ThirdChannel is seeking experienced Brand Representatives to elevate PUMA displays in partner stores across the market. You will work as an independent contractor, designing visually appealing footwear displays, engaging with store teams and customers, and reporting via the ThirdChannel mobile app.

Flexible scheduling and pay starting at $25/hour are offered. This role involves merchandising footwear and apparel, with travel between stores within your assigned market, and quarterly updates with

Qualifications

• Previous merchandising experience.
• Experience in a retail setting.
• Friendly demeanor and ability to build 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.

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 PUMA’s brand awareness and highlight features and benefits.
• 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.

Skills

Merchandising

Retail experience

Communication

Time management

Tech-savvy

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.