What are the responsibilities and job description for the MERCHANDISER (WM) position at Grower Direct Farms Inc?
Job Title: Garden Center Merchandiser
Locations: MA
Position: Seasonal Hourly non-exempt
Reports to: Merchandiser Regional Manager (servicing Walmart)
Job Description
A Merchandiser will use strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain a positive working relationship with store personnel. Merchandising the live goods displays according to plan-o-gram and ensuring the CVP process is utilized properly. Managing the inventory levels and maintenance of the live goods for GMS customers (Vendors) by communicating back to their Field Supervisor or Regional is another responsibility. The Merchandiser will adhere to company policy, including store hours, store policies, and proper utilization of Apps.
General Duties and Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships, interact professionally and maintain effective communication with diverse groups, including store management teams and associates and GMS Merchandising personnel
- Unload racks, build attractive displays on Garden Center tables, according to plan-o-gram
- Ensure displayed merchandise is condensed and signed properly
- Remove distressed product from display
- Keep the display area clean and well-organized
- Minimize markdowns and shrink by assisting Store with the CVP process.
- Merchandise Supermarket, GM entrances, sidewalk and parking lot displays.
- Communicate daily with manager and follow up on all requests from management in a timely manner
- Understand and follow all Grower Merchandising standard operating procedures and policies, including work hours and APP utilization
- Assisting in building and/or putting the tables and galvanized racks together
Skills and Qualifications
- Ability to download required apps, and utilize per company policy every work day
- Able to meet the physical demands of the job which includes: standing for prolonged periods, reaching and bending repeatedly, lifting, pushing and pulling safely up to 50 pounds
- Willing to work in all weather conditions
- Available to work weekends and Holidays when required
- Ability to execute plan-o-grams and signage guidelines
- Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize accordingly
- Must be self- motivated, hardworking, energetic, detail oriented and able to work independently
Benefits
Flexible Schedules
Accrued Sick Time
Accrued Paid Time Off after 1 year of service
Employee Recognition Program
$7.50 Smart Phone reimbursement for every pay period worked
Your employment with Grower Merchandising Service is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or the
employer at will, with or without cause and with or without notice, at any time.
