Job Description
Description
- Train, motivate and provide leadership to an assigned group of merchandisers
- Managing up to 4-5 full or part time merchandisers and their work schedules
- Conduct store audits to ensure that the fundamentals of merchandising and “best practices” are being implemented
- Developing and maintaining strong business relationships with all levels of account management (Home Depot, Lowe’s, Walmart)
- Negotiating additional display space in the stores
- Must be able to manage critical timelines such as Resets, Seed Re-labeling and special projects
- Down stocking and maintaining set integrity for Central Garden grass seed, chemicals, pottery and fertilizers within assigned stores in territory
- 1-2 years of Retail Merchandising experience preferred
- Retail Merchandising experience in a seasonal category is a plus
- BA/BS degree or an extensive amount of retail merchandising
- Strong communication skills required to interact with store management and direct reports
- Prior experience with maintaining customer relationships is preferred
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, multi-task and problem solve
- Strong reading skills required to understand packaging labels and re-tagging projects
- Must be able to bend, pull and lift 50 lbs consistently throughout the course of a work day
- Must be able to climb ladders, use a pallet jack and powered hand tools
- Must have a valid driver’s license in the state in which you reside, a good driving record, reliable transportation and proof of current personal car insurance with you listed as an insured driver
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
- Retail store environment – both in store and garden center
- Work week is Monday - Friday and some weekends during Peak Season (March - June)
- Ability to travel daily and overnight between stores (personal car)
- Remote
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Free Life and Disability Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!
- Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)
- Referral Program with cash bonus
- Access to on-demand pay