Retail Merchandising Project Associate

Channel Partners; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Weekly pay schedule

401(k) after 12 months

Referral bonus opportunities

Job summary

Channel Partners is seeking a Retail Merchandising Project Associate to support consumer electronics brands. This part-time role involves traveling to retail locations, auditing and maintaining product displays, and collaborating with team members on projects.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and strong interpersonal skills. Flexibility is essential, with availability for at least 20 hours per week. A basic toolkit is required for the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required.
• Previous merchandising, customer service, and/or retail experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visits to retail stores within assigned territory.
• Audit, maintain, and install consumer electronics displays.
• Build and maintain positive in-store relationships.
• Complete reporting from personal mobile devices.
• Schedule and complete work per company standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship-building

Proficient with smartphone/tablet

Tool usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic toolkit

Job description

At A Glance

If you enjoy hands‑on project work, collaboration, and being active in retail environments, our Retail Merchandising Project Associate role offers the opportunity to support well‑known consumer electronics brands through structured, multi‑rep projects. You’ll work on scheduled in‑store initiatives alongside other field reps, helping ensure displays, fixtures, and technology meet brand and client standards. This role begins with immediate, project‑based work and offers opportunities to transition into more independent responsibilities as you grow with the team and company. Experience in retail, electronics, installation, grocery, home improvement, or customer‑facing roles is helpful, but not required; we’ll train you for success!

Here’s how we’ll support you consistently in this role:

• Dedicated Field Manager
• Paid training conducted virtually, online, and in‑store
• Instructional videos available through a user‑friendly app, guiding you through each step
• Virtual call center for live support
• Field Team Leads— Work side by side with a team to learn and advance your skills

This is a part‑time opportunity requiring consistent availability of at least 20 hours per week, Monday–Friday from 8 am - 5 pm, with occasional weekend hours during busier periods.

Minimum Pay

USD $18.00/Hr.

Maximum Pay

USD $18.00/Hr.

What We Offer

• Weekly pay schedule and early wage access – get paid when you need it
• Paid required training (online, in‑store)
• Paid drive time and mileage between stores
• Out of market travel pay (drive time, mileage, per diem, hotel)
• State‑mandated sick time
• State‑mandated cell allowance by shift
• Referral bonus opportunities
• 401(k) after 12 months of employment
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that rewards and promotes its associates
• A variety of part‑time and full‑time roles across the business that can lead to consistent income

What You’ll Do

• Travel to assigned retail stores to conduct visits within your assigned territory
• Audit, maintain, and install consumer electronics displays and products such as TVs, tablets, headphones, speakers, printers, and phones
• Partner with team members to complete 2–3 person or larger team projects, such as appliance or TV installs
• Build and maintain positive in‑store relationships
• Complete assigned tasks accurately and on time, as directed by your manager
• Ensure that reporting is completed on time from your personal mobile device
• Schedule and complete work per CP Standards and Expectations (provided during onboarding)
• Receive materials at home or pick up at FedEx and take to retail locations as requested
• Other tasks as requested by management

What You’ll Bring

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Previous merchandising, customer service, and/or retail experience preferred

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills to collaborate and interact with Channel Partners and in‑store personnel
• Must be proficient in using your personal Android or Apple device (Smartphone/Tablet) with GPS functionality to upload photos, report assignment data, and reference documents
• Must own a basic toolkit
• A basic toolkit includes a multi‑screwdriver, torx security bit set, hammer, cordless drill, allen wrench, box cutter, rubber mallet, socket set, needle nose pliers, precision wire cutters, crescent wrench, easy off, putty knife, microfiber cleaning cloth, and goo gone
• Able to complete paid online training courses in the required timeline before working in‑store
• Must be 18 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Availability and Logistics

• Flexible availability Monday – Friday, early morning to midday, with occasional weekend hours
• Availability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week
• Availability to work two 8‑hour shifts per week based on business needs
• Ability to drive on behalf of the company in compliance with company guidelines, with reliable transportation to travel from store to store
• Ability to travel within a designated market up to a 60‑mile radius (paid drive time and mileage between store locations)

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly stand, walk, bend over, reach overhead, crouch, kneel, balance, grasp, push or pull, talk and/or hear, and drive
• Regularly lift and carry 40+ pounds
• Climb a ladder more than 10 feet tall
• Complete/pass certification (online and in‑store) to use moving equipment, such as Big Joe/Little Joey and forklifts, may be required based on business needs
• Occasionally, travel via flight or other modes of transportation

Important Information

Channel Partners Solutions is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. Channel Partners is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. Channel Partners is an at‑will employer.