Merchandiser in Barrie

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Reports To:

Assistant Store Manager

Core Competencies:

• Quality Orientation
• Time Management
• Creative and Innovative Thinking
• Development and Continual Learning
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Decision making and Judgement
• Providing Consultation
• Ethics and Integrity
• Planning and Organizing
• Communication
• Energy and Fast-paced Environment
• Teamwork

Summary:

The Merchandiser is responsible for executing the layout and display set-up as set out by the department supervisor and the Assistant Store Manager with the intent to stimulate and encourage increased sales.

Job Duties:

• Execute the merchandising plan as set out by the department supervisor.
• Collaborate with the department supervisor(s) on solutions that address overall design, and layout of content.
• Merchandisers will be responsible for the execution of all displays and hard goods visual merchandising, including coordination of the outdoor leisure displays.
• Provide outstanding, welcoming customer service.
• Responsible for general upkeep of the department, including light cleaning and housekeeping duties.
• Work in conjunction with the Retail Design Manager and other Merchandisers to ensure team cohesiveness.
• Ability and willingness to share and accept ideas and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in the processing of home decor from the warehouse to the retail floor as per company policy (i.e., scanning, pricing etc.).
• Assist customers with their inquiries if needed.
• Rotate/freshen existing displays and end caps for continual merchandising.
• Create displays to correspond with themes, seasons, holidays, special events, weekly features, etc. as directed.
• Assist with inventory management (overstock, shortages, damages, slow movers, markdowns, Ad items).
• Ensure furniture and other display items are properly signed.
• Stay informed of existing and emerging trends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED.
• Well versed in the latest design/merchandising methods, practices, techniques, and associated principles.
• Strong knowledge of display layouts.
• Attention to detail, customer-service orientation, and creativity in problem solving.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills required to communicate with a broad range of content owners.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback from superiors.
• Effective deadline management and project management skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret user requirements.
• Potential to train and orientate others.

Working Conditions

• Ability to physically lift up to 60 lbs.
• Manual dexterity is required for the building of displays and peripherals
• Ability to independently travel to and from work
• Working in warm and humid environments
• Overtime as required