124799BRTitle:Merchandising AssociateJob Description:Merchandising Associate MarketSource Inc., an Allegis Group Company, develops and delivers innovative managed sales solutions for enterprise customers. MarketSource provides the unique skills and expertise to integrate brand-centric managed sales programs in the Automotive, Information Technology, Telecommunications, and Manufacturing industries in Business-to-Business (B2B) and Retail models. Founded in 1975, MarketSource, Inc. became a subsidiary of Allegis Group, Inc. in 2004. Our Company’s culture centers on our core values: Open Communication, Relationships, Serving Others, and Work Ethic. MarketSource clients rely on the innovative managed sales solutions that our vertical-specific, subject matter experts develop and deliver. Our team members thrive in a welcoming atmosphere of diversity, inclusion, and exemplary corporate practices.SummaryAs a Merchandising Associate you will be responsible for ensuring that retail store shelves are stocked with products and for the accuracy and cleanliness of point of purchase displays. Merchandising associate will be required to visit each location based on the schedule determined by the operations team and the program(s) they support. Essential Job Functions: · Install and place promotional materials as required· Reorganize displays or product areas based on the needs of the client. This could include placing new product and shifting current product to a new home on the shelf.· Complete call reports detailing completion of the required merchandising event.· Ensure that stores and shelves are stocked with the right types and quantities of products.· Display, arrange/rearrange, price, and rotate products in store.· Maintain store shelves. · Monitor store inventory.· Make recommendations for promotional strategies using sales and pricing dataResponsible for assigned territory of stores within a geographical areaRepair or replace damaged displays or product when identified.· Collaborate with store managers and staff to build strong relationships and communicate merchandising objectives and strategies.· Audit planograms and ensure compliance with merchandising guidelines and brand standards.· Must visit retail stores on a daily/weekly basis.· Ensure areas are properly displayed, maintained, and merchandised. As well, as neat, clean and in working/demo order.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: · Ability to engage customers and establish relationships · Skilled with tools and able to utilize directions to build out complex displays.· Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. · Proficient with technology – data gathering and basic computer use.· Good Organizational and Time Management skills· Effective communication and interpersonal skills· Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret project instructions and directivesJob Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required.Valid US Drivers LicenseReliable transportation Must be able to rent a car75% travel will be required. Overnight travel may be required. Must be able to travel up to 75 miles within an assigned territory radius per day.Regularly required to stoop, bend, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds· Access to a smartphone · Must be able to work non-traditional hours as needed using assigned routing.Auto req ID:124799BRState:Louisiana Job Category:Retail Sales Additional Information:MarketSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This role may be eligible for the following:
Medical, dental & vision
401(k)/Roth
Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)
Short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
San Fran Candidates only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Los Angeles Candidates only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please call 877-883-4575.Work Site City Selection:New Orleans