Merchandising Rep

Do you love retail but want the freedom to set your own schedule? Then keep reading! Retail Merchandising Services, Inc. (RMS), a national merchandising company servicing various retailers, has an immediate opening for a Part-Time Merchandising Representative in your area!

Description:
As an employee of RMS, you would be assigned to work in retail stores on a weekly, bi-weekly and/or one-time basis. You would be responsible for servicing retail stores within a 15-mile radius of your home address and can expect part-time, varying hours from week to week. On average, you can expect to be scheduled 5-8 hours each week. Workload may vary drastically based on the time of the year.

Compensation:

· Employees are paid an hourly rate of $10.96 to $14.52 per hour

· Employees who temporarily work or train in a store that is not their own may receive mileage in the amount of $0.45 per mile and/or drive time that is paid at $10.00 hour or the applicable minimum wage for the employee’s location, whichever is highest

Benefits:

· Pay increases based on tenure

· 401k with company match, preventative medical insurance, dental, vision and voluntary life benefits available to eligible employees

· Perks at Work; Savings on travel, general merchandise, groceries, wellness and more through an employee discount and reward program

· DailyPay; access your pay when you need it!

· Flexible scheduling, set your own weekly schedule

· Paid on the job and online training

· Convenient mobile reporting

· Reimbursement for smart device usage

· Employee referral bonus program

RMS Merchandisers responsibilities:

· Timely and accurately complete all assigned projects as directed, which may include, but not limited to:

o Stock and organize products on the salesfloor

o Audit to ensure product is placed in the correct spot on the salesfloor

o Place stickers on product or sign product

o Data collection

o Display set up

o Reset and planogram maintenance

o Product knowledge training

· Report all projects completed instore through the RMS Web Portal or RMS Mobile App. This includes answering questions specific to a project, as well as uploading required photos

· Complete prep work prior to completing in-store assigned work. This may include printing step-by-step instructions for project(s), ensuring supplies are received if required for a specific project, viewing any other communication specific to project(s), etc.

· Routine decision making including determining when issues at the stores level need to be escalated to the Home Office, choosing a work schedule that allows the Merchandising Representative to meet deadlines put in place by RMS and basic problem solving on routine issues related to completing assigned services

· Develop and maintain respectful, professional relationships and interactions with all key store personnel in order to meet company and client objectives

· Create and foster cooperative relationships with RMS employees including peers, RMS home office partners and managers. Ensure all interactions and communications are timely, professional and respectful

· Continuously, more than 60% of the time:

o Lift up to 10 pounds

o Stand and walk up to 4 hours at a time

o Visually see small items, numbers and codes

o Repetitive use of fingers, wrists and hands

· Frequently, 30% - 60% of the time:

o Lift up to 25 pounds

o Stoop and bend

o Kneel and crouch

o Reach above and below shoulder level

· Occasionally, less than 30% of the time:

o Lift up to 50 pounds

o Climb ladders

o Climb stairs, use escalators or elevators in assigned store if needed

Minimum Qualifications:

· Basic understanding of retail and/or merchandising operations. Ability to read and understand retail terms and procedures as written. A working knowledge of the Company’s software applications

· Have reliable transportation to commute to retailers within a 15-mile radius of your home

· Transport supplies as needed

· Internet access with downloading and printing capabilities

· Regular access to a smart device with an iOS or Android operating system that includes a data plan, ability to download an app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, and the ability to take and upload photos

· Email address and regular access to a phone with voicemail capability

· Communicate effectively in-person, by phone and through email

· Ability to plan and organize weekly assigned projects to meet scheduled due dates.

· Create and implement organized work plans and goals for self to stay on task

· Self-manage workflow

· Use simple tools, such as a screwdriver, box cutter, hammer, etc.

· Read and follow step-by-step directions

· Be flexible and open to change

To view open stores and apply for this position, please visit our website at www.rmservicing.com and submit your application through the Careers dropdown.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $10.96 - $14.52 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 8 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

Payment frequency:

• Paid biweekly
• Paid daily

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Arlington, VA 22203-2119: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person