Merchandising Associate II (Traveling) 

MarketSource, an Allegis Group company, delivers integrated sales solutions by hiring, training and managing industry-specific professionals that are empowered to create extraordinary customer experiences for many on the world’s most iconic brands. We design and execute sales and training solutions for small and large companies

in the B2B and retail space. MarketSource is headquartered in Alpharetta, GA. 

Summary

As a Traveling Merchandising Associate you will be responsible for ensuring that our clients are properly represented in retail locations across the country by ensuring their displays, signage, and products are displayed accurately, clean, and functional. 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 to include Point-Of-Sale devices.

·        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.Responsible for assigned territory of stores within a geographical area which includes coverage of remote areas across the country.Repair 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 directives 

Job Requirements: 

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required.
Valid US Drivers License
Reliable transportation 
Must be able to rent a car
Up to 90% travel will be required. 
Overnight travel may be required. 
Must be able to travel up to 100 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.