Merchandising Associate

Delta Apparel, Inc., along with its operating subsidiaries, DTG2Go, LLC, Salt Life, LLC, and M.J. Soffe, LLC, is a vertically integrated, international apparel company that designs, manufactures, sources, and markets a diverse portfolio of core activewear and lifestyle apparel products under the primary brands of Salt Life®, Soffe®, and Delta.

The Salt Life brand strives to effortlessly combine function and fashion with an incredible fit tailored for the active lifestyle. With its relentless dedication to providing gear and designs that transcend, it has successfully evolved into a lifestyle brand with worldwide appeal. Whether it is surfing, fishing, diving or simply enjoying a day at the beach, those who live and breathe the Salt Life have one thing in common... the ocean and all it has to offer!

Salt Life is seeking a Merchandising Associate to join the team in our Sarasota, FL location. The Merchandising Associate is a creative, energetic, and confident Salt Life brand ambassador. The position takes ownership and maintains the overall store visual presentation, creating a positive shopping experience. The Merchandising Associate oversees the stockroom and inventory management. The position provides great customer service, peer direction, and a helpful presence on the sales floor. The Merchandising Associate reports to the Store Manager.

Responsibilities and Expectations

Visual Merchandising

· Create attractive visual displays

· Maintain interior and exterior signage and graphics

· Ensure promotional signage is current and in good condition

· Communicate product/fixture concerns in a timely manner

· Ensure folded and hanging products are up to the company standards

· Stay updated on market trends to develop various visual merchandising strategies

· Plan and execute floor sets utilizing company tools and knowledge

· Participate in store meetings communicating merchandising and presentation standards

· Assist the Store Manager with social media content

Inventory Management

· Ensure all incoming and outgoing shipments are received/transferred according to SOP

· Perform duties associated with receiving and processing trucks, such as unloading and unwrapping pallets

· Maximize company sales growth and profitability by maintaining the stockroom and sales floor and facilitating the flow of products in order to provide an engaging experience to every customer

· Replenish the sales floor in a timely manner

· Communicate weekly replenishment requests to the Store Manager, Buyer, and Visual Merchandising Manager

· Execute price changes and complete markdowns

· Assist store management in the preparation and execution of physical inventories

· Monitor and maintain inventory of all supplies

Customer Service and Loss Prevention

· Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude, and teamwork with customers, peers, and the management team

· Proactively assist the sales team, including but not limited to greeting customers, helping customers throughout their shopping experience, dressing room go-backs, and completing transactions.

· Maintain a safe work environment and report any potential hazards to store management

· Communicate all loss prevention-related concerns or incidents to store management

· Report any missing merchandise or found tags to store management

· Protect store assets and inventory through an awareness of loss prevention procedures. All suspicions and violations report to store management

· At all times, follow loss prevention policies and procedures. Never take matters into your own hands

Qualifications

· Must be at least 18 years of age

· Minimum high school diploma, GED, or equivalent education

· Minimum 2 years working in a retail environment required, softlines preferred

· Highly creative, detail-oriented, and innovative thinker

· Ability to work store sales floor for an extended period

· Capable of handling multiple tasks at one time

· Must be an enthusiastic professional able to receive constructive criticism

· Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays

· Ability to lift at least 30 lbs., carry, push, squat, kneel, twist, turn, reach, and bend

· Computer skills to include operation of retail point of sale system

· Ability to travel and must have a driver’s license

Note: The job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties performed. Employees may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs and growth of Salt Life. Internal promotions to this position may possibly be considered without having met all the experience requirements listed. This will be based on the depth, length and success of experience while working at Salt Life.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Sarasota, FL 34236: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person