The Project Specialist supports the Project Lead/Supervisor to execute reset/remodel/merchandising projects for national retail partners with remodeling or floor set projects across the country. This role requires adaptability, logical problem-solving abilities, people skills in combination with the ability to follow directions, read schematics, work efficiently and travel up to 100% of the time.
Description: The Project Specialist supports the Project Lead/Supervisor to execute reset/remodel/merchandising projects for national retail partners with remodeling or floor set projects across the country. This role requires adaptability, logical problem-solving abilities, people skills in combination with the ability to follow directions, read schematics, work efficiently and travel up to 100% of the time.
Responsibilities:
- Arrive early to assist with prepping store (i.e., pull / lay out schematics, identify issues, verify equipment, and be prepared to start specialists at scheduled time)
- Work side-by-side with the project lead/supervisor ensuring on time, accurate and efficient execution of project.
- Take direction from supervisor and lead ensuring on time, accurate and efficient execution of project.
- Work neatly and leave the department/location shoppable. Assist in the completion of all projects assigned
Requirements/Qualifications:
- 1+ year experience in merchandiser within big box, warehouse type stores.
- Display self-driven, positive attitude integrity and ability work well in public settings.
- When applicable current valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance will be required for all vehicles.
- Maintain a professional appearance that meets our safety standards and client's requirements. Be flexible and willing to adapt to changing market needs.
- Must have a valid email address for daily communication.
- Ability to record, understand and explain the mapping processes and read schematics.
- Ability to handle light power tools, (drills), and manual tools, (hammer, screw drivers etc.)
- Stand, bend, stoop, push, pull, climb stairs/ladders and lift above shoulder level consistently.
- Be punctual and work all scheduled hours, including overnight and early morning hours. Have an active and reliable telephone for daily communication.
- Walk and stand for 8-hour shifts (often on concrete and/or tile surfaces) and lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to travel for a minimum of 6 weeks at a time without weekend trips home.