We are looking for Seasonal Merchandiser to join our Field Sales team.
Seasonal Merchandisers report directly to a Sales Manager and work within our big box retailers Home Depot & Kent Building Supplies. As part of the day-to-day responsibilities Merchandisers execute merchandising directives and establish a positive rapport with store personnel and customers, and relay information to Scotts Sales team regarding inventory
opportunities.
This a contract position with a tentative start date of March 24th, and ends in August.
Hours per week on average : 32 - 38 hours
Key Work Performed :
- Merchandise Scotts products including restocking shelves, racks, and displays; cleaning and facing product; repairing or removing damaged items, etc.
- Drive in-store sales in conjunction with Scotts Sales Manager.
- Assemble fixtures and displays in-store.
- Install and maintain point of purchase materials.
- Provide recommendations and product knowledge to both consumers and retail customer associates.
- Provide consumer product education.
What you will need to be successful :
Strong initiative, self-directed, reliable and able to work independently with little supervision.Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Ability to routinely walk, stand, climb a step grip ladder up to 4m (12ft), handle some heavy lifting (implying bending, kneeling) and standing for extended periods of time.Comfortable working in / outside in all weather conditions.Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends.A few other things we will expect from you :
Live within 35 km’s of Halifax, NS.Current valid Driver’s License, Driver’s Abstract, Criminal Record which meets company criteria.Must have access to a car during work hours or reliable transportation.Must have access to a computer, printing capabilities, smart phone.Must have Steel Toe boots / shoes (green patch).To further understand what it is to be a Merchandiser for Scotts Canada, use this link to view : https : / / scottsmiraclegro.com / careers / canadian-merchandisers /
THIS IS NOT AN EXCLUSIVE OR EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DEMANDS THAT AN EMPLOYEE IN THIS JOB MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM FROM TIME TO TIME.