Support Merchandiser

American Greetings Corporation; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

401(k) with company match

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

American Greetings Corporation is seeking a Support Merchandiser to independently service retail locations, ensuring products are displayed and inventory is maintained. The role emphasizes organization, time management, and collaboration with store teams.

You will work on a defined route around Durham, NC, with pay starting at $13.50 per hour and increases to $14.30 after 6 months and $15.00 after 1 year. Flexible scheduling and paid training are provided along with a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently across multiple retail locations.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication with store management.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Reliability and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Service stores on your assigned route, merchandising and organizing product orders.
• Display product within greeting card departments and other retail locations.
• Maintain organized backroom areas and other inventory tasks.
• Communicate with management any questions or scheduling concerns.
• Work in a fast-paced retail environment with strong time management.
• Build relationships with store associates and management during daytime hours.
• Be available for additional days and extended hours around major holidays.
• Assist with store resets including minor fixture work and product moves.
• Review and plan weekly service schedule using a company tablet.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

Independent work ability

Time management

Organization skills

Communication with management

Teamwork

Job description

American Greetings is a global leader in the Celebrations marketplace.

Celebrate with us and join our team today!

As a Support Merchandiser with American Greetings, you are a vital part of our company's purpose: helping people celebrate holidays, each other, and all of life's special moments, by making the world a more thoughtful and caring place every single day. We are looking for merchandisers to work independently across various retail locations, showcasing their organization and time management skills to display and maintain inventory levels of our celebrations product, including greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush and more.

Pay

• The starting pay is $13.50 per hour with two increases during the first year of employment (the listed rates are subject to change based on work location)
• After 6 months of employment the pay rate will increase to $14.30
• After 1 year of continued employment the pay rate will increase to $15.00
• We offer flexible work scheduling
• We provide paid training
• 401(k) with company match

Route and Schedule

This route will service the following retail locations at:

8210 Renaissance Pkwy, Durham, NC 27713

The weekly average hours are 7 hours per week. The weekly hours may increase to an average of 15 hours per week around holidays. Additional support may be needed in the territory with required availability multiple days in succession and increased hours per day if applicable to business and project-based assignments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Service stores on your assigned route, including merchandising and organizing product orders, displaying product within greeting card departments and other retail locations, maintaining an organized backroom areas, and other inventory tasks as needed.
• Communicate with management any questions or concerns regarding service or schedules.
• Work in a fast-paced retail environment utilizing effective time management skills and organizational skills.
• Partner and build relationships with retail store associates and management during daytime retail business hours.
• Availability for additional working days and extended hours leading up to and immediately following major holidays.
• Provide occasional assistance with store resets which may include minor fixture work, product assembly, relocation, or removal as requested.
• Review and plan your weekly service schedule and workload in your assigned stores, utilizing a company-issued tablet
• The ability to work on your own and with a team.