Retail Merchandiser

Description:

As a Retail Merchandiser at Acosta Group, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing product visibility and sales for our clients. This involves executing merchandising strategies, ensuring optimal product placement, and maintaining attractive displays in retail environments. You will also be responsible for collecting and reporting on in-store data, collaborating with store personnel, and identifying opportunities to improve product presentation. A strong desire to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to elevate our service capabilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential. You will need to demonstrate excellent time management and communication skills to succeed in this dynamic role.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated strong desire and willingness to collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance and modernize our services and capabilities.
• Proven strong and effective time management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High School diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework or a degree in a relevant field is a plus.
• 1-3 years of prior experience in retail merchandising, visual merchandising, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in using MS Word, Excel, and email programs.
• Strong communication skills, both internal and external.
• Motivated self-starter with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Efficient and effective use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to represent Acosta Group in a professional manner at all times.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
• Ability to adhere to assigned deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent listening skills and the ability to follow instructions precisely.

Benefits:

• Salary Range: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Implement merchandising plans and strategies to optimize product placement and visibility within retail stores.
• Ensure all products are properly stocked, faced, and priced according to planograms and client directives.
• Set up and maintain promotional displays, signage, and other marketing materials.
• Conduct in-store product audits, gathering data on stock levels, display compliance, and competitor activity.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with store managers and retail staff.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and clients regarding store conditions, opportunities, and challenges.
• Submit accurate and timely reports on merchandising activities, store visits, and any issues encountered.
• Identify and report on opportunities to improve product presentation and sales performance.
• Support the execution of new product introductions and seasonal merchandising initiatives.
• Perform any additional job functions necessary to support client objectives and retail success.