Retail Merchandising Specialist

BDS Connected Solutions; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Merchandising Specialist who enjoys independent work and collaboration with top consumer electronics brands. This part-time role offers flexibility, competitive pay, and a supportive environment with paid training. You will be responsible for visiting retail locations, maintaining displays, and ensuring customer satisfaction. With opportunities for growth and a focus on employee development, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact while enjoying a dynamic work setting. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a variety of schedules to fit your lifestyle!

Benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid sick time

Paid training

Monthly phone reimbursement

Reimbursed toolkit

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Referral bonus

Paid drive time and mileage

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; retail experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency with GPS devices.

Responsibilities

• Travel to retail stores to maintain and install consumer electronics.
• Build positive relationships and complete assignments as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Relationship Building

GPS Proficiency

Tool Usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic Toolkit

Job description

At a Glance

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If you enjoy completing independent projects, are interested in collaborating with renowned consumer electronics brands, and don’t want to be stuck at a desk all day, then our Retail Merchandising Specialist position is perfect for you! Joining our team means a weekly pay schedule, paid training, a diverse range of assignments, and abundant chances to work independently. Regardless of whether you have prior experience in general retail, grocery, home improvement, tech support, cosmetics, or installation, we want to invest in you! We'll provide comprehensive training to equip you with all the necessary skills.

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

• Dedicated BDS 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

This is an ongoing, part-time opportunity, requiring your long-term availability to work 20 hours per week minimum Monday-Friday between early morning and midday, with occasional weekend hours during busier, higher-volume periods.

Take a look at our videos showcasing Why You Belong at BDS and A Day in the Life of a BDS Retail Merchandising Specialist. Apply today and embark on a new career journey!

Compensation

$16.00-$17.00 an hour

Overview

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay schedule and early wage access
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid sick time
• Paid training both online and in-store
• Paid drive time and mileage between store locations
• Monthly phone reimbursement
• Reimbursed toolkit
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral bonus
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees
• A variety of part-time and full-time schedules and roles across the business that can lead to consistent income for your needs

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
• Occasionally partner with team members to complete 2–3-person projects such as appliance or TV installs
• Build and maintain positive in-store relationships
• Successfully complete your assignments as assigned by your BDS Manager
• Ensure that reporting is completed on time from your personal mobile device
• Schedule and complete work per BDS Standards and Expectations
• 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
• Must be proficient using your personal Android or Apple device with GPS functionality
• Must own a basic toolkit (BDS provides toolkit cost reimbursement after successful completion of the probationary period)
• Able to complete paid BDS online training courses in the required timeline
• 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 20 hours per week minimum
• Ability to drive on behalf of the company in compliance with company guidelines
• Ability to travel within a designated market up to a 60-mile radius

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• 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 to use moving equipment, such as Big Joe/Little Joey and forklifts
• Occasionally travel via flight or other modes of transportation

Important Information

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

BDS Connected Solutions. (“BDS”) 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. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.

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