Retail Merchandiser Job Description

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Retail and Consumer Products

Job summary 1

As a Retail Merchandiser, you’re responsible for supporting our management team by performing functional tasks as assigned (e.g.: visual merchandising, styling, mapping, planning, executing floorsets). You will act as a mentor and role model to Leads & Brand Associates to support service behaviors and the execution of tasks in specific areas of expertise. You will focus on leading process(es) and/or areas of the business, executing tasks and maintaining productivity to ensure goals are met.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Consistently treat all customers and employees with respect and contribute to a positive work environment.
Serve as a role model to achieve priorities in store with the customer as the primary focus.
Enhance customer experience by using all omni channel offerings.
Take action based upon direction from the Sales & Service Leader and collaborate effectively with employees.
- Support Sales& Service Leader duties during non-peak hours.
- Lead and manage execution of assigned specialized functional area- merchandising or product operations.
- Be accountable to personal goals which contribute to overall store goals and results.

Requirements & Skills 1

A current or previous retail employee with 6 or more months of experience.
Work well under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Determined to lead and inspire others to learn and grow through coaching and mentoring.
Able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including holiday, evening, overnight and weekend shifts.
- Able to utilize retail technology.
- Able to maneuver around the sales floor, stockroom and office and can lift up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to travel as required.

Job summary 2

A Retail Merchandiser is responsible for merchandising fresh bakery products in local customer’s locations to ensure adequate product availability on the shelf and on displays.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Works in accordance with all safety rules and procedures.
Maintain appropriate product levels and display locations throughout the customer’s account.
Maintain clean and organized back-room inventory of product.
Meet customer service expectations through communication, problem resolution and follow-up with leadership.
- Maintain a professional, team relationship with co-workers and customers.
- Maintain World Class merchandising standards while rotating product.
- Assist with other duties assigned by supervisor.

Requirements & Skills 2

Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent preferred.
Experience: 1-3 years of general work experience preferred.
A valid driver’s license is required and safe driving record.
Basic math skills.
Computer skills and proficiency is required.
Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
- Physical Requirements: ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis, climb, push/pull, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods, and routinely enter and exit a delivery vehicle.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
- Must be able to work Nights, Weekends & Holidays.

Job summary 3

The Retail Merchandiser is a part-time position that performs service work in the department in various retail stores such as grocery stores, drug stores, department stores and mass retailers.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

You will handle all aspects of product merchandising within your assigned stores.
You will use an issued, hand-held mobile device to replenish, straighten and track inventory of Company products. This could include products placed inside the department or within other areas of the store.
Store employee and customer interaction: You must interact in a professional manner with store employees, store management and customers while in the store.

Requirements & Skills 3

Able to operate hand-held technology provided to open and read documents and interpret information
Flexibility to work a changing work schedule that may include an occasional evening or weekend
Reliable transportation to report to assigned locations as scheduled
Eligible to work in the United States
Able to read, understand and communicate in English
- At least 18 years of age
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
- May be required to work the week before and the week after major holidays

Job summary 4

Become one of our Retail Merchandiser by fulfilling the merchandising needs of our grocery-related customers through stocking the shelves and building and maintaining displays and partnering up with nationally recognized customers.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Ensure Sales Representative’s negotiations with store managers are being followed and communicate any issues with management team.
- Follow the daily route planning prepared by the operations team to ensure the most efficient instore service.
- Represent Company in front of in store employees and work closely with sales representative to optimize visibility of Company products on shelves and the construction of promotional displays.
- Enhance seasonal sales, seasonal displays, and new product launches.

Requirements & Skills 4

Be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance
Ability to drive your personal vehicle to a variety of store locations (mileage will be reimbursed).
Ability to perform hard work in a fast-paced work environment and to meet the defined physical activities like Repetitive lifting bending, and carrying up to 25 lbs., occasionally over 50 lbs., pushing & pulling over. This includes physically moving our products from the stock rooms and stocking the store’s shelves.

Job summary 5

As a Lead Retail Merchandiser, you’ll be an essential part of our company’s purpose, to make the world a more thoughtful and caring place. We are looking for a motivated and energetic Peer Trainer/Lead Retail Merchandiser to help manage and service our greeting card departments in retail locations.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Providing support to the Manager and/or Territory Lead
Conduct on the training to our retail merchandisers
Plan, coordinate and complete revisions in addition to supporting your Territory Lead with screening and interviewing candidates

Requirements & Skills 5

Job summary 6

We're seeking a Retail Merchandiser to join our Retail Management Organization. You will build excitement and engage our consumers by executing timely and effective merchandising initiatives across all Company categories. Merchandisers who come to work with us have a wide variety of experience. Successful team members have previous experience in retail jobs, restaurant jobs, grocery jobs, customer service jobs, and more.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Work with your manager to create a schedule that works for you and the business which will be a set schedule of 3 to 4 days per week totaling approximately 20 hours off-season, and up to 40 hours during busy holiday periods. Morning hours availability required.
Ensure all Company brands are well represented, stocked and maintained through the implementation of Company’s merchandising principles.
- Implement in-store promotional activities and set up point of purchase materials and displays.
- Build and maintain strong account relationships with retail partners through regularly scheduled calls and ongoing communication with all levels of management and employees.
- Keep track of and report on merchandising activity including retail insights, trends and opportunities to District Manager.

Requirements & Skills 6

Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (we'll provide mileage reimbursement).
- Able to lift boxes up to 40lbs as well as stoop, squat, walk and stand for long periods of time while adhering to safety procedures and expectations.
- You thrive working independently on assigned tasks but look forward to interacting with people at work (self-managed role).
- Proficient with technology including Microsoft Office, high speed internet, printer, cell phone/wireless devices.

Job summary 7

The Retail Merchandiser position is responsible for the execution of Company standards to drive sales and meet retailer and client expectations This position is under the supervision of the Market Sales Manager but daily communication and follow-up with the Territory Sales Lead is expected.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Build rapport through daily communication with store associates and management
Educate customers and store personnel on the features and benefits of our client’s brands and product lines
Execute all required tasks, projects, resets, displays with accuracy, by following all provided instructions
Maintain accuracy and high quality of work to meet or exceed client expectations
Merchandising and execution of all assigned projects with required quality and accuracy to maintain account aesthetics and consistently deliver above average project execution compliance
Have detailed knowledge of all company policies
- Communicate to the Territory Sales Lead on a daily basis as to all activities accomplished as well as any sales opportunities and make Territory Sales Lead and Market Sales Manager aware of success or potential barriers reporting specific requests, needs, and sales opportunities
- Knowledgeable, detailed understanding and consistent use of all available functions of handheld device
- Maintain company, client and retailer confidentiality

Requirements & Skills 7

Must be able to lift objects and product up to a maximum of 50 lbs with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects/products up to 35 lbs., in addition the ability to lift heavy objects up to 100 lbs with assistance from another associate
Work could be performed while sitting, standing or walking
Work performed will entail fine manipulation of hands and/or fingers, bending, twisting, squatting, and climbing, as well as upper and lower body mobility
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, overnights and weekends
High School diploma or equivalency certification required
Valid driver's license is required as travel to additional locations may be necessary
- Automobile liability insurance is required to be maintained
- Must have access to a computer, internet access, printing capabilities, and e-mail
- Customer service or sales experience preferred

Job summary 8

We are looking to hire a Retail Merchandiser.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Determine customer needs and products
Display setup using current point of sale
Maintain established shelf sets
Assist Account Rep in assigned territory
Follow directions for setting up and cleaning store shelves.
Back room cleanliness of store
- Product rotation in the stores.
- Must work safely within the workplace.
- Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills 8

Good communication skills
Dependable car and good driving record
- Valid driver’s license
- Willing to work weekends
- Ability to lift 50 lbs or more

Job summary 9

We are looking for a retail sales merchandiser to work in local home improvement stores. In this role you will to act as Company’s liaison, executing orders, educating our retailers and promoting our product through retailers to maximize opportunities for sales and increase product sales volume.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Provide service and maintain good working relationships with stores.
Ensure retail outlets stock levels are maintained and that the merchandise is displayed appropriately with proper signage and favorable shelf placement.
Perform audits regularly and resolve issues that may arise as a result of these audits.
Continually monitor sales volume, inspect inventory levels and maintain in-store promotional materials.
Review special instructions, product promotions, new products, price changes, etc., with the Retail Merchandiser Manager
Arrange for return of damaged product.
- Assist field sales representatives with setting up special promotions and displays in aisle 'end caps.'
- Complete the work report at the end of each store visit; and send reports to Retail Merchandiser Manager via electronic mail at the end of each day.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 9

High School degree or equivalent (College degree in Retailing, Marketing, or Business preferred) plus a minimum of one year experience maintaining customer relationships or client accounts.
- Store-level Retail or Merchandising experience highly preferred, with a demonstrated ability to influence decision makers.
- Ability to speak, read/write in English for purposes of transmitting and receiving directions, coordination of dispatch and general warehouse activities.
- Bilingual skills (English/Spanish and/or Italian) a plus.

Job summary 10

We are looking for a Retail Merchandiser to join our team.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Training store employees on specific department objectives pre-opening.
Construction of new shelving and racking according to plans and measurements.
Merchandising of new shelving, according to best practices for merchandise flow procedures.
De-merchandise shelving in an organized fashion to prepare for removal of old shelving equipment.
Deconstruction of old shelving and racking.
- Be able to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas through written/verbal communication.
- Be able to complete administrative tasks including, but not limited to managing expenses, booking flights, and submitting timecard on time.
- Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 10

You have a Bachelor’s or Associate's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
Ability to continuously move around in all areas of the store on a daily basis, as well as the ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to work with deadlines, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to travel long distances for work, including flying out of state.
Willingness to work flexible work schedules, including frequently working 10 days on followed by 4 days off in a row, occasional overnight shifts when needed.
- Able to work occasional overtime when requested.
- Willing to learn new skills, and work in new areas.
- You have a can-do, professional and positive attitude.

Olivia Powell
Recruiting expert

Last updated Oct 2

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