Retail Merchandiser - Electronics - Part Time

Acosta; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading agency in retail marketing is seeking a Part-Time Retail Electronics Merchandiser to enhance the retail experience in Rockford, IL. This role involves visiting major retail stores to ensure displays are optimal and effectively drive sales. Candidates should have merchandising experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a small team.

Benefits

Optional 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Paid training time provided

Paid time off

Travel reimbursement for store-to-store drive time

Qualifications

• Previous merchandising, 3PL, or relevant retail experience highly desirable.
• Ability to handle all levels of merchandising work within assigned territory.
• Access to internet and smart device with Wi-Fi/GPS capability.

Responsibilities

• Complete projects at major retail establishments like Best Buy, Walmart, Target.
• Ensure proper placement, assembly, maintenance of promotional product displays.
• Submit same-day digital surveys with feedback and pictures after store visits.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Independence

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Location: IL - ROCKFORD

Transform and elevate the retail experience, one display at a time!

ActionLink is seeking a Part-Time Retail Electronics Merchandiser to join our team for Rockford, IL 61107, and the surrounding area.

What you will do:

• Store Visits: Complete projects at major retail establishments like Best Buy, Walmart, Target, and others within an assigned radius territory.
• Purpose: Turn shelves into sales magnets and drive revenue by ensuring proper placement, assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our clients' promotional product displays.
• Clients: Represent innovative, global clients such as Microsoft, Samsung, T-Mobile, Dyson, Bose, Intel, and many others.
• Scheduling: This position offers up to 20 hours per week. Project hours and times fluctuate, typically between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. No weekends or evening hours are required.
• Additional Opportunities: If you can cover a larger region and travel to other outlying areas or states, there may be opportunities for additional hours.
• Reporting: Submit same-day digital surveys with feedback and pictures for each completed store visit.

What’s in it for you:

• Compensation: General merchandising projects are paid at $ per hour. Higher rates are available for additional technical projects based on need.
• Employment Type: W2 employment with a bi-weekly pay schedule and direct deposit.
• Retirement Savings: Optional 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Travel Reimbursement: Store-to-store drive time and mileage assistance.
• Training: Paid training time provided to prepare you for success.
• Time Off: Paid time off as part of the package.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous merchandising, 3PL, or relevant retail experience is highly desirable.
• Versatility: Ability to handle all levels of merchandising work within the assigned territory.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to follow complex written instructions and display diagrams.
• Independence and Teamwork: Comfortable working independently and collaborating with a small team.
• Essentials: Access to the internet, basic hand-held tools, and a smart device with Wi-Fi/GPS capability. Access to a laptop or desktop is a plus.
• Travel Ability: Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle transportation.
• Physical Abilities: Able to stand, bend, stoop, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.

Who We Are:

ActionLink, part of Acosta Group, is a trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agency. Since 1996, we've partnered with leading consumer product companies, retailers, and technology manufacturers to deliver merchandising services, sales campaigns, and product training. Our team of over 1,600 experts creates exceptional shopping experiences and tackles complex retail challenges, providing expertise, talent, and technology to get the job done.

We value diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees, regardless of race, gender, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

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