Merchandiser

At a Glance

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Does this describe you?

• Organized, detailed, and motivated
• You get satisfaction from completing projects
• You enjoy building and maintaining relationships
• You prefer working in-store and in the field instead of sitting at a desk

If this is you, don't wait to join us as a Merchandiser, where you'll represent our well-known consumer electronic clients at various retail locations and execute multiple merchandising tasks. Your main responsibilities will include placing signage, graphics, POP (point of purchase), placing and filling product on shelves and displays, and placing or refreshing displays and product section resets.

 

Regardless of whether you have prior experience in grocery, cosmetics, pharmacy, home improvement, or general retail customer service, we welcome you to become part of our team and put your retail experience to work with us!  Don't worry if you're new to the industry - we'll provide comprehensive training to equip you with all the necessary skills. 

 

This is an ongoing, part-time opportunity, requiring your long-term availability to work 20 hours per week minimum Monday-Friday between early morning and midday with occasional weekend hours during busier, higher-volume periods.  

 

Take a look at our videos showcasing Why You Belong at BDS. Apply today and embark on a new career journey!

Overview

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay and early wage access - get paid when you need it
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid sick time
• Paid training both online and in-store
• Paid drive time and mileage between store locations
• Monthly phone reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral bonus
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees
• A variety of part-time and full-time schedules and roles across the business that can lead to consistent income for your needs

 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Travel to assigned stores to conduct visits within the assigned territory
• Audit and maintain consumer electronics displays and products such as TVs, tablets, headphones, speakers, printers, and phones
• Assist with multi-rep projects as needed, such as occasionally partnering with team members to complete 2-3-person projects such as appliance or TV installs (team lifts up to 40+ lbs.)
• Build and maintain positive in-store relationships
• Successfully complete your assignments and ensure that reporting (via personal mobile device) is completed on time
• Sign in and check in with store personnel per retailer requirements
• Audit sections or displays and reset sections as per PLANOGRAM to include POP and pricing/fact tags
• Conduct standard merchandising project/program visits as assigned by BDS Manager
• Administrative tasks, including but not limited to scheduling and reporting visits on your personal mobile device
• Schedule and complete work per BDS Standards and Expectations
• Receive materials at home or pick up at FedEx and take to retail locations as requested
• Other tasks requested by management

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Previous merchandising, customer service, and/or retail experience preferred

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to collaborate and interact with BDS and in-store personnel
• Technology: Must be proficient using your personal Android or Apple device (Smartphone/Tablet) with GPS functionality to upload photos, report assignment data, and reference documents
• Strong organizational, communication (written and verbal), and administrative capabilities
• Able to (or ability to learn to) read schematics and correctly connect components (BDS will train)
• Able to complete paid BDS online training courses in the required timeline before working in-store
• Must be 18 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must be able to meet all BDS pre-employment requirements, including a background and motor vehicle record check

 

Availability and Logistics:

• Flexible availability Monday - Friday, early morning to midday, with occasional weekend hours during busier, higher-volume periods
• Availability to work 20 hours per week minimum
• Ability to drive on behalf of the company in compliance with company guidelines with reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to travel within a designated market up to a 60-mile radius (BDS pays drive time and mileage between store locations)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Regularly sit, grasp, talk, and/or hear
• Regularly walk and/or stand
• Lift and carry supplies up to 20 lbs. (up to 40+ lbs. required when assisting team members with occasional appliance or TV installs)
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation 

Important Information

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

 

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

BDS Connected Solutions. ("BDS") is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.

 

BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today's disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.com for more information.

 

Employment Type: PART_TIME