Retail Project Merchandiser Job in Chantilly, Virginia US
Retail Project Merchandiser
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. Job Purpose As a Retail Project Merchandisers (RPM), you will be part of the largest flexible retail merchandising team in the country teams. Although a specific set of work hours and a permanent work schedule is not guaranteed, ASM is the largest provider of retail in the industry and offers a significant amount of opportunities. Job 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: hangs shelf signs, places coupons on product, etc as directed by client. Display Building : assembles cardboard displays for promotion of an item as directed by client. Mystery Shopping Job Requirements Must be able to work independently Good analytical and problem solving skills Effective communication skills (verbal and written) Must be comfortable interacting with ASM supervisors and store level personnel Good organizational and time management skillsShould have basic understanding of retail merchandising and merchandising terminology High School Diploma or equivalent. Other Requirements/Expectations You will be expected to log into the reporting system frequently (several times per week) to review and schedule opportunities in your areas You should accept work that you are qualified and comfortable performing Our expectation is that all work selected will be completed on time, with quality Information will be reported through the ASM system within 24 hours of the completion of the service call Must have a home based computer with internet access and basic computer skills Must have access to fax machine Ability to receive and send email Ability to download and print materials Ability to take and send photographs Must perform the job safely and utilize proper safety techniques and use of equipment when appropriate. Travel Requirements 10%, overnight travel is not required on all projects, only a select few. Physical Demands Never (0% of shift): Lifting and/or Carrying 52 - 74 lbs. (heavy work) 75 - 100 lbs. (heavy work), Operate Mechanical Machinery. Occasionally (up to 33% of time): Be Exposed to Harmful Fumes and/or Other Pollutants, Crawl and/or climb, Kneel, Push, Pull, Work on Unprotected Heights, Be Exposed to Marked Changes in Temperature and Humidity, Bend and/or stoop, Lifting and/or Carrying 20 - 50 lbs. (medium work level). Frequently (33-66%): Lifting and/or Carrying Up to ten pounds (sedentary level) 11 - 20 lbs. (light level), Stand, Walk, Use Feet and/or Legs for Repetitive Motion, Use Hands and/or Legs for Repetitive Motion, Sit The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified. Are you passionate about Service Excellence, Results, Integrity, Entrepreneurial Focus and Leadership: These are our values at Advantage Sales Marketing, LLC. Come learn why "Winning Together" is more than just words on a piece of paper. It is the vision by which we live our mission as an organization: "To create outstanding value for clients and customers through superior sales execution, operational excellence and innovative marketing services." Advantage Sales Marketing, LLC is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, ASM shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an 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.