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SalaryOur Garden Group, providing sales support and logistics for both proprietary brands and other consumer recognized brands, is searching for a full time Merchandiser in Independence, MO . This position includes stocking and arranging the product displays, including grass seed, chemicals, and clay pottery, in home improvement centers of Lowe’s, Home Depot’s and WalMart stores.
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT and CENTA ), is a leading innovator, marketer and producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden supplies markets. Please see our website at www.central.com for additional information.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS
Down stocking and maintaining set integrity for Central Garden grass seed, chemicals, bird feed, fertilizer and clay pottery
Set and maintain the shelves according to retailer mandated planograms/modulars
Install and maintain off-shelf display opportunities for Central Garden products
Weekend consumer interaction during peak season (training provided)
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES
Previous merchandising experience preferred
Strong communication skills needed to interact with store management and consumers
Strong reading skills needed 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 hand powered 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
Must have daily access to internet/email
Must have personal Smartphone with a current operating system: Android 9.0 or above, or Apple IOS 14.0 and above for daily communications with supervisor
Responsible, reliable and dependable work habits
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
WORKING CONDITIONS
Retail store environment – garden center and throughout retail store
Work week is Monday - Friday and some weekends (primarily Saturday)
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
Daily travel throughout territory may require driving time (personal car)
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:
- 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
- Discount on, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)
- Referral Program with cash bonus
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Merchandising: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Auto Insurance (Required)
Work Location: On the road
