Traveling Full-Time Retail Merchandiser

BDS Solutions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BDS Solutions seeks a Traveling Retail Merchandising Specialist to perform installation and maintenance of retail displays. This full-time role requires overnight travel and offers competitive weekly pay, health benefits, and a basic toolkit for job execution.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with employer matching

Paid training online and in-store

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in building displays and maintaining fixtures is required.
• Must have good troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Install and build displays, including wiring and setup.
• Troubleshoot display issues and conduct maintenance.
• Travel overnight at least once a week for projects.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic toolkit

Job description

Earn weekly pay at BDS! The Traveling Retail Merchandising Specialist is a full-time, dedicated BDS Rep conducting break-fix, installation, and ad-hoc maintenance work, in addition to general merchandising tactics. Responsibilities include installing/building displays, end caps, fixturing, and maintenance of those displays, PLANOGRAM reset, conducting break-fix repairs, and being a key part of our in-store prescription drug collection program. This role requires overnight travel at least once per week.

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

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

Overview

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay and early wage access - get paid when you need it
• Health and wellness benefits plans
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid training both online and in-store
• Paid drive time and mileage between store locations
• Monthly phone reimbursement
• Reimbursed toolkit
• Referral bonus
• Tax savings with flexible spending accounts for parking, transit, dependent, and healthcare costs
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employee

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Install and/or build displays, fixturing, and endcaps, involving the setup of security, cabling, wiring, monitors/media players, and audio connectivity
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues necessary to ensure displays are fully functional and meet maintenance requirements
• Lead Teams on multi rep projects and assist with training as needed. These projects could be full 8-hour days and may require travel into the market (up to 120 miles) or overnight out of market travel
• Meet Ad-hoc maintenance requirements which include:
  • Store service within 48-72 hours
  • Independently troubleshoot and enable a fully functional display given necessary part
• Local travel up to 120 miles with paid Drive Time and Mileage per company policy
• Travel overnight at least once per week
• Available to work 40 hours per week minimum and 45-50+ per week hours based on the needs of the business. Monday through Friday (starting at 8am), with occasional weekend work
  • Any hours exceeding 40 in a workweek will be communicated in advance by leadership, to the extent possible. All hours and shifts comply with state and local requirements for wages, hours, overtime, and rest break guidelines
• Report the status of each store visit accurately to show success in achieving objectives
• Perform general merchandising functions including but not limited to reset PLANOGRAMs, POP, and pricing/fact tags
• Build in-store relationships
• Participate actively in weekly conference calls
• Complete administrative tasks, including but not limited to scheduling reports within 24 hours of program launch, enter data/reports same day and report visits by project end date
• Other tasks as requested by management

Prescription Drug Collection Duties:

• Facilitate the collection of prescription drugs that have been placed in the store’s designated drug take back containers by placing a provided zip tie on the bag and placing it in a holding area in the store
• In-store interactions will only be with the pharmacist and/or store leadership

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience using tools required to maintain displays
• Experience in troubleshooting and fixing display issues, i.e., light fixtures, malfunctioning buttons, computer/tablet/Smartphone demo-related issues, software reboots, electronic component connectivity, etc.

Skills and Attributes:

• Available for overnight travel at least once per week
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Ability to independently manage an account base
• Able to read schematics and correctly connect components
• Must be proficient using your personal Smartphone/Tablet with GPS functionality to upload photos, report assignment data, reference documents while in-store and schedule visits
• Ability to drive on behalf of the company in compliance with company guidelines with reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance
• Must make the commitment to complete the market area’s minimum weekly or special project hours request
• Must have 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
• Complete/Pass required (break-fix and ad-hoc) paid training requirements as well as one-off project training prior to conducting visits

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
• Always lift and carry supplies into the store up to 10 pounds
• Regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with support from a 2nd person
• Work 8 hour resets when necessary
• Climb a ladder more than 10ft. tall
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
• Complete/pass certification (online and in-store) in Best Buy to use machines such as Big Joe/Little Joe and possibly fork-lifts.
• Occasionally travel via flight or other modes of transportation

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, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today’s disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.com for more information.

Special Referral Rate

#DoubleReferral

At a Glance

Earn weekly pay at BDS! The Traveling Retail Merchandising Specialist is a full-time, dedicated BDS Rep conducting break-fix, installation, and ad-hoc maintenance work, in addition to general merchandising tactics. Responsibilities include installing/building displays, end caps, fixturing, and maintenance of those displays, PLANOGRAM reset, conducting break-fix repairs, and being a key part of our in-store prescription drug collection program. This role requires overnight travel at least once per week.

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

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

$21.00 - $22.00 an hour

Overview

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay and early wage access - get paid when you need it
• Health and wellness benefits plans
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid training both online and in-store
• Paid drive time and mileage between store locations
• Monthly phone reimbursement
• Reimbursed toolkit
• Employee discounts
• Referral bonus
• Tax savings with flexible spending accounts for parking, transit, dependent, and healthcare costs
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employee

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Install and/or build displays, fixturing, and endcaps, involving the setup of security, cabling, wiring, monitors/media players, and audio connectivity
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues necessary to ensure displays are fully functional and meet maintenance requirements
• Lead Teams on multi rep projects and assist with training as needed. These projects could be full 8-hour days and may require travel into the market (up to 120 miles) or overnight out of market travel
• Meet Ad-hoc maintenance requirements which include:
  • Store service within 48-72 hours
  • Independently troubleshoot and enable a fully functional display given necessary part
• Local travel up to 120 miles with paid Drive Time and Mileage per company policy
• Travel overnight at least once per week
• Available to work 40 hours per week minimum and 45-50+ per week hours based on the needs of the business. Monday through Friday (starting at 8am), with occasional weekend work
  • Any hours exceeding 40 in a workweek will be communicated in advance by leadership, to the extent possible. All hours and shifts comply with state and local requirements for wages, hours, overtime, and rest break guidelines
• Report the status of each store visit accurately to show success in achieving objectives
• Perform general merchandising functions including but not limited to reset PLANOGRAMs, POP, and pricing/fact tags
• Build in-store relationships
• Participate actively in weekly conference calls
• Complete administrative tasks, including but not limited to scheduling reports within 24 hours of program launch, enter data/reports same day and report visits by project end date
• Other tasks as requested by management

Prescription Drug Collection Duties:

• Facilitate the collection of prescription drugs that have been placed in the store’s designated drug take back containers by placing a provided zip tie on the bag and placing it in a holding area in the store
• In-store interactions will only be with the pharmacist and/or store leadership

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in building displays, fixturing, monitor cabling/connectivity
• Experience using tools required to maintain displays
• Experience in troubleshooting and fixing display issues, i.e., light fixtures, malfunctioning buttons, computer/tablet/Smartphone demo-related issues, software reboots, electronic component connectivity, etc.

Skills and Attributes:

• Available for overnight travel at least once per week
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Ability to independently manage an account base
• Able to read schematics and correctly connect components
• Always display a professional demeanor
• Must be proficient using your personal Smartphone/Tablet with GPS functionality to upload photos, report assignment data, reference documents while in-store and schedule visits
• Ability to drive on behalf of the company in compliance with company guidelines with reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance
• Must make the commitment to complete the market area’s minimum weekly or special project hours request
• Must have 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
• Complete/Pass required (break-fix and ad-hoc) paid training requirements as well as one-off project training prior to conducting visits

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
• Always lift and carry supplies into the store up to 10 pounds
• Regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with support from a 2nd person
• Work 8 hour resets when necessary
• Climb a ladder more than 10ft. tall
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
• Complete/pass certification (online and in-store) in Best Buy to use machines such as Big Joe/Little Joe and possibly fork-lifts.
• 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, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today’s disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.com for more information.

Special Referral Rate

#DoubleReferral

About the company

At BDS Connected Solutions, we create cross-channel experiences with a people-led, digital-first, customer-obsessed approach to spread brand enthusiasm, simplify the sale, and influence every step in the buyer’s journey — any time, any place, and any way.

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