Lead Retail Merchandiser - On Site

$33,280 - $34,320/Yr

Anderson Merchandisers - New Orleans, LA

Part-time - Entry Level

New Orleans, LA

1,001-5,000 employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Lead Retail Merchandiser is responsible for supervising and developing associates to drive sales and meet retailer and client expectations. This role involves project completion, stocking, maintaining store areas, and effective communication with store personnel. The Lead Retail Merchandiser reports directly to the Market Sales Manager and plays a crucial role in educating customers and store staff about product lines.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport through daily communication with store associates and management
• Train, supervise, and develop skills of Sales Merchandisers, fellow Territory Sales Leads, and seasonal associates
• Educate customers and store personnel on the features and benefits of our client's brands and product lines
• Maintain accuracy and high quality of work in all areas of the store to meet or exceed client expectations
• Communicate successes or potential barriers to the Market Sales Manager
• Maintain company, client and retailer confidentiality
• Knowledgeable, detailed understanding and consistent use of all available functions of handheld device

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalency certification required
• Valid driver's license is required as travel to additional locations may be necessary
• Automobile liability insurance is required to be maintained
• Customer service or sales experience required
• Experience/comfort level with electronics/technical products
• Independent and self-motivated
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, overnights and weekends
• Lifting objects and product up to a maximum of 50 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects/product up to 35 lbs, in addition, the ability to lift heavy objects up to 100lbs with assistance from another associate
• Work performed could be while sitting, standing, or walking
• Work performed will entail fine manipulation of hands or fingers, bending, twisting, squatting, and climbing as well as upper and lower body mobility
• Computer, printing capability, internet access, and email required

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health Insurance - including Dental and Vision
• Telehealth
• Health Savings Account
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Care
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Associate Assistance Fund
• Anderson Cares Natural Disaster Fund
• Associate Savings Plan
• Anderson Cares Fund
• Paid Time Off
• Discounts - Cell Phone, Vehicle, Pet Insurance
• Training & Career Development