Retail Merchandiser - Frankenmuth, MI

L&R DISTRIBUTORS

City of Frankenmuth (MI)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 26,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Mileage/Toll reimbursement

Paid drive time

Part-time benefits include state sick

401K options

Transition to full-time after 60 days

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Referral Bonuses Program

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

L&R Distributors is seeking two Field Merchandisers to service retail stores across Frankenmuth, MI and surrounding areas. The role focuses on stocking, organizing, and displaying products, and supporting store resets using planograms.

Part-time to full-time positions offered with mileage reimbursement, paid drive time, and benefits. Opportunity to transition to full-time after meeting weekly hour targets.

Qualifications

Previous merchandising or retail experience.
Familiarity with resets, planograms and store footage is a plus.
Retail sales and inventory control knowledge are a plus.
Ability to safely use a ladder or step stool to access higher fixtures.

Responsibilities

Place orders for inventory using a company tablet and scanner.
Service store routes according to assigned call frequencies with the District Manager.
Follow the store visit process, merchandising delivery from the previous order, and updating task forms.
Accurately implement planograms and schematics to reset cosmetic displays and fixtures.
Ensure resets meet company standards and project timelines.
Install and adjust shelving and fixtures to align with planograms.
Process customer returns per guidelines and maintain stock levels.
Maintain knowledge of current sales, promotions, invoicing, exchanges, and returns.
Communicate professionally with Store Management and Store Associates.
Photograph departments for surveys and store issue resolution.
Service additional stores as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Tablets & smartphones

Merchandising

Retail knowledge

Repsly software

Tools

Repsly software

Job description

LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE

Territories

L&R is the largest distributor and the 6th largest purchaser of cosmetics in the United States. We now distribute over 40,000 items (cosmetics, toys, school supplies, hosiery, hair accessories, OTC, HBA, and more) through 3 regional warehouse locations in Arkansas, New Jersey, and Nevada.

We are looking for two part-time to full time representative to service retail stores such as but not limited to Albertsons and Kroger in various locations within the West, Central, and East Coast regions of the country.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The Field Merchandiser ensures products are properly stocked, organized, and displayed across assigned retail locations. The role will also support store resets by implementing new planograms, relocating products, setting shelves, and ensuring all displays meet company and retailer standards.

LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE

Territories - Frankenmuth, MI | Bay City, MI | Essexville, MI | Saginaw, MI | Bridgeport, MI

Hours - Up to 10 hours weekly

Service hours are between 6 AM – 5 PM with 8 PM as the drop-dead time with authorization.

Compensation/Benefits

Pay Rate – $16.00 per hour

Mileage/Toll reimbursement.
Paid drive time included with hours worked.
Part-time benefits include state sick time and 401K options.
Opportunity to transition to full-time after 60 days if consistent 30+ hours are met weekly.
Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance.
Referral Bonuses Program.
Employee Recognition Program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Place orders for required inventory according to store ordering guidelines, utilizing a company-supplied tablet and scanner leveraging Repsly software.
Service store routes according to the assigned call frequencies, working closely with the District Manager.
Follow a specific store visit process inclusive of merchandising delivery from the previous order, filling out task forms, taking pictures, order to maintain stock levels and other projects as requested.
Accurately implement planograms and schematics to reset cosmetic displays, fixtures, and sections according to provided planograms and instructions.
Ensure all resets are completed according to L&R’s standards and project timelines.
Install and adjust shelving, hooks, and fixtures as needed to align with planogram specifications.
Process customer returns associated with resets following L&R’s returns & reclamation guidelines.
Maintain knowledge of current sales, promotions, and policies regarding invoicing, exchanges, and returns.
Maintain efficient communication with Store Associates upon each store visit.
Verify merchandise shipments upon receipt and checked in by authorized store personnel.
Provide consistent professional communication with Store Management and Store Associates.
Clean and organize display cases and shelves.
Conduct store surveys and audits per request, including but not limited to, taking photographs of assigned departments to solve store issues.
Service additional stores upon business needs and necessities.

Required Experience

Previous merchandising or retail experience.
Familiarity with resets, planograms and store footage is a plus.
Retail sales and inventory control knowledge are a plus.
Ability to safely use a ladder or step stool to access higher fixtures, signage, and products on elevated shelves.
Ability to conduct physical work, frequently lifting up to 50lbs.
Proficient with tablets and smartphones.
Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.

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