Part-time Merchandiser

Part-time Merchandiser - Hourly rate $17.50 plus $6 trip pay per store visit. Position is approx 4 to 5 hours per week. Between store mileage will be paid for stores serviced on the same day. Will accrue sick leave according to WA state law.

SUMMARY : This part time position is primarily responsible for receiving and displaying the magazine shipments for their assigned store(s). As well as, assisting with any customer service requests related to magazine merchandising from store management/leadership team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Core duties and responsibilities are centered around being a merchandising representative of Specialty Store Services (SSS). The merchandiser provides support in merchandising magazines of assigned stores, on the days and allotted hours assigned. This includes rendering the old magazines unsaleable, by removing the cover or marking through the barcode and then recycled. Magazines are to displayed according to sales volume, store preferences, and/or regional programs. The merchandiser reports any observed alterations of magazine displays to SSS. Merchandisers must comply with all regulations, policies and procedures set forth by the SSS management team, including; time recording and feedback procedures, and any other duties as assigned, in relation to the job summary. This is a part time position that will not lead to full-time.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIES: A cell phone is required. A phone app is used for calling in and out of store visits. May be required to occasionally print documents from SSS emails and respond to any SSS correspondence within 24 hours. Reliable transportation required. Must communicate schedule changes to supervisor and work consistent weekly scheduled visits. Must utilize good communication, listening and organizational skills, including written and verbal directions, work with minimal supervision, and be professional and able to develop good working relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS: Merchandisers must have a valid personal email address, phone and voicemail capability, regular access to a computer for SSS management communication. Valid driver’s license or state I.D., required. While working in assigned store(s), one must present self well, along with a clean and neat appearance, wear proper attire and demonstrate professional working demeanor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Merchandisers must have the ability to do light lifting and at times manipulate boxes of 45 lbs, Must be able to stand for up to 4 hours at a time, be able to do repetitive bending and movements, including; repetitive lifting of a hand-full of magazines at one time to move them from display pocket to pocket.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Retail, grocery, or convenient store settings.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Prior merchandising, grocery or retail experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must be able to satisfactorily demonstrate communication and listening skills in English, including follow written and verbal directions.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Must be able to utilize basic math calculations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.