Merchandiser

JacentQuebec, QC, CA

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$16.00 hourly

Job description

The Merchandiser role consists of an individual who can improve the consumer buying experience by creating merchandising solutions in their assigned retail stores. The Merchandiser’s duties include but are not limited to cultivating relationships with in-store management, executing merchandising resets, building retail displays, and managing the merchandising of impulse items displayed on clip strips, j-hooks, power panels, and free-standing displays in specific areas of supermarkets. They are also responsible for the proper implementation of plan-o-grams, new item placement, void corrections, stock rotation, and building displays.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, a quick learner, has a strong attention to detail, and works well in independent situations. They must possess excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills, and the ability to build relationships with business partners.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Maintain store presentation standards through building displays, fixture installation, store sets, shelf maintenance, down stock, retrofits, inventory reconciliation, display maintenance, and POP installation
Identify opportunities for incremental display space to drive volume goals
Cover multiple stores daily on an assigned route
Build relationships with business partners and store management
Assist and monitor customer satisfaction
Collaborate with the area lead and territory manageron all significant initiatives (new product introductions, contests, etc.)
Maintain full distribution and display of products on assigned accounts
Understand and demonstrate safe work practices at all times to ensure a safe work environment.
Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong organizational skills with the ability to schedule your time efficiently

Competitive drive to succeed

Available morning and afternoon hours, Monday-Friday

Flexible and adaptable to change

Ability to work efficiently with a high level of independence and initiative, self-motivated

Problem-solving ability

Detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment

Ability to read and follow planograms and assemble store fixtures and displays

Be a proactive, good problem solver, and possess excellent communication skills

Have excellent time management skills and a commitment to meeting tight deadlines

Experience and Credentials

High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience required

Must be 18 or older

1 to 2 years previous merchandising, grocery, or retail sales experience preferred

Ability to move, lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds and be on feet for 3 to 8 hours consecutively

Must have and use reliable transportation

Must possess and produce a valid state driver’s license with proof of current automobile insurance coverage, unless utilizing other means of transportation

Must have access to and be able to use a smartphone capable of running and using the required applicable company-related software programs and business tasks like ordering, GPS tracking, and time recording.

Must be computer literate and able to operate a smartphone or tablet utilizing different applications and the internet for company business, like ordering GPS tracking, and time recording

Must be able to read, speak, and understand English

Stores to be serviced from Monday to Friday, mornings and afternoons. No evenings or weekends.

Approximately 16 hours per week.