Retail Merchandiser - Lancaster, OH

L&R Distributors, Inc.

Lancaster (OH)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid drive time

401K options

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Referral bonuses

Employee recognition program

State sick time

Job summary

L&R Distributors, Inc. is seeking a Field Merchandiser to service retail stores across Ohio and nearby states. The role ensures products are stocked, displayed, and refreshed to match planograms and retailer standards.

Territories include Lancaster, Reynoldsburg, Athens, Belpre, Columbus, Logan, Marietta, Trimble, Parkersburg, and Ripley. Hours up to 30 per week, service hours 6 AM–5 PM with 8 PM drop-dead time.

Qualifications

Previous merchandising or retail experience.
Familiarity with resets and planograms.
Retail sales and inventory knowledge.
Proficient with tablets and smartphones.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Excellent customer service and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

Place orders using tablet and scanner via Repsly.
Service store routes according to the assigned call frequencies.
Implement planograms and reset cosmetic displays and fixtures.
Maintain displays and shelves to company and retailer standards.
Photograph and document store surveys and issues.
Assist with store needs and communicate with managers.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Retail experience

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Tools

Repsly

Tablet

Scanner

Job description

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 a 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 rolewill alsosupportstore resets by implementing new planograms,relocatingproducts, setting shelves, and ensuring all displays meet company and retailer standards.

LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE

Hours - Up to 30 hours weekly

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

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

Pay Rate– $20.00 per hour

Mileage/Toll reimbursement.

Paid drive timeincluded with hours worked.

Part-time benefits include state sick time and 401K options.

Opportunity to transition tofull-time after60 daysif consistent 30+ hours are met weekly.

Full time benefitsincludeMedical, Dental, Vision,& Life Insurance.

Referral Bonuses Program.

Employee Recognition Program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Place orders for required inventory according to store ordering guidelines,utilizinga company-supplied tablet and scanner leveragingRepslysoftware.
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 thepreviousorder, filling out task forms, taking pictures, order tomaintainstock levels and other projects asrequested.
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 policiesregardinginvoicing, 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.
Serviceadditionalstores upon business needs andnecessities.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Previousmerchandising or retail experience.
Familiarity withresets,planograms andstorefootageis a plus.
Retail salesand inventory controlknowledgeareaplus.
Ability to safely use a ladder or step stool to access higher fixtures, signage, and products on elevated shelves.
Ability to conduct physical work,frequentlylifting upto 50lbs.
Proficientwithtabletsandsmartphones.
Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.

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