Full-Time Merchandiser-Jv-177

Our Garden Group, providing sales support and logistics for both proprietary brands and other consumer recognized brands, is searching for a full time Merchandiser in San Jose, CA. 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 11.0 or above, or Apple IOS 15.0 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)

POSITION INFORMATION

This position pays $20.00 - $22.00 per hour depending on experience

Reimbursement of mileage/travel expenses at current IRS rate

You will also receive $20.00 per month to cover the expense of your data plan as you will be utilizing company apps on your personal phone

Benefits for full-time positions include paid time off (vacation, sick time, holidays) and other benefits which can be found at https:www.CentralBenefits.org

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for full-time positions

Free Life and Disability Insurance for full-time positions

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts for full-time positions

401k with a 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus for full-time positions (must be age 21 or older to participate)

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time for full-time positions

Mileage Reimbursement per current IRS mileage rate

Monthly Data Plan Reimbursement

Referral program with a 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: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

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)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Jose, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road