Retail Project Merchandiser Part Time Job in Spencer, Indiana US

Advantage Sales and Marketing, LLC (ASM) is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. ASM services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Position Summary

The Retail Project Merchandiser is responsible for calling in for project work for merchandising products at retail accounts within an assigned territory. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

New Items

• Will work on the achievement of business objectives through placement of new items at all assigned stores

Distribution Audits

• Will work to meet Client and Company objectives by maintaining full distribution on existing SKUs and ensuring signage are in place

Reset Activity and Schematics Completion

• Must be able to maintain schematic standards by ensuring all authorized items are in distribution and set to shelf standards 


• Must be able to maintain schematic integrity through consistent communication with Retail Supervisor and other retail personnel

POS Placement

• Hang shelf signs, place coupons on product, etc. as directed by client

Customer Relations

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively both internally to ASM management and externally with Customers who will verify work is completed correctly

Display Building

• Assemble cardboard displays for promotion of an item as directed by client

Reporting Administration

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports

This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job

Education Level: (Required): High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience

      (Preferred):          Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience                 

Field of Study/Area of Experience:  Merchandising

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

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  Analytical and research Skills

  
  


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  Strong written communication and verbal communication skills

  
  


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  Ability to make oral presentations

  
  


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  Flexible and adaptable, able to change and alter according to changes in projects or business environment

  
  


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  Strong prioritization skills

  
  


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  Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines

  
  


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  Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines

  
  


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  Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures

  
  


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  Basic computer skills including familiarity with Word, Excel, and Internet usage

  
  

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Office / Sedentary Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.  Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.  A detailed Environmental and Physical Requirements document is available in the Total Rewards department. 

Additional Information Regarding ASM Job Duties and Job Descriptions

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. ASM reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.  ASM shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes.  Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).