Retail Merchandiser - Wichita, KS

L&R Distributors, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cosmetics distribution sector seeks a Retail Merchandiser to service retail stores in Kansas. The role involves managing store routes, ordering inventory, and maintaining displays, executing essential duties in a supportive team environment. Benefits include mileage reimbursement, paid training, and a weekly pay schedule.

Benefits

Employee recognition program

Paid drive time

Mileage reimbursement

401K

Paid on-the-job and online training

Weekly pay with direct deposit option

Employee referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Previous merchandising or retail experience a plus.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Proof of Car Insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Service store routes according to assigned frequencies.
• Place orders for inventory using company-supplied tablet.
• Clean and organize display cases and shelves.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D

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 full-time representative to service retail stores such as but not limited to Albertson, Safeway, Cub Foods, Hy-Vee,and Kroger in various locations within the West, Central, and East Coast Regions.

Retail Merchandiser –Ordering and Merchandising

Store Locations: Wichita, KS | Hutchinson, KS | Newton, KS | Andover, KS

Pay rate:$16.00

Hours:30 Hours per week

Benefits:

• Employee recognition program
• Paid drive time
• Mileage reimbursement
• Service hours are 6-5 with 8 pm as the drop-dead time with a DMs authorization.
• Paid on-the-job and online training
• Get paid weekly with the option of direct deposit
• Employee referral bonus program
• 401K

Retail MerchandiserEssential Job Functions:

• Service store routes according to the assigned call frequencies, working closely with the L&R District Manager (DM)
• Place orders for required inventory according to store ordering guidelines, utilizing a company-supplied tablet and scanner leveraging Repsly software
• Follow a specific store visit process inclusive of merchandising delivery from the previous order, filling out task forms, taking pictures, ordering to maintain stock levels, and other special projects as requested
• Maintain knowledge of current sales, promotions, and policies regarding invoicing, exchanges, and returns.
• Familiarity with planograms and footage by department, while balancing sales and inventory control

Other Retail MerchandiserTasks and Responsibilities:

• 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

• Ability to conduct physical work, frequently lifting upto 50 lbs.
• Opportunity to service additional stores upon business needs and necessity

Retail MerchandiserQualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D; previous merchandising or retail experience a plus
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Your ownvehicle since you’ll be driving to and from stores
• Proof of Car Insurance
• Motor vehicle history with threeor fewer moving violations within the last 36 months (3 years)
• Computer or smartphone with an internet connection
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills

At L&R Distributors, we do not seek salary history information from applicants