Morning Shift Grocery Merchandiser (Lakewood)

 

Retail Merchandising Solutions Inc.

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RMSI, a growing national merchandising company, is looking for a professional merchandiser in the Lakewood area.

- Are you a dynamic self-starter with a strong work ethic?
- Do you have experience in the grocery or merchandising industry?
- Are you familiar with building displays, implementing planograms, or executing cut-ins?

A professional merchandiser is a fully skilled position. Time management, prompt communication and professionalism are at the core of our merchandising team.

We offer competitive rates with possibilities for advancement. This is a great opportunity to work as part of a team in a national grocery chain with limited travel and consistent hours.

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Merchandiser:
- Working Hours: Monday -- Friday. Early AM start.
- This route consists of approximately 16-24 hours per week.
- Reliable transportation is a MUST
- Experience using planograms/schematics in a previous held position a plus
- Mileage Reimbursement Program -- compensates for drive time and mileage when applicable

General Responsibilities:
- Inventory Control
o Examine merchandise to identify items to be reordered/replenished
o Requisition merchandise from appropriate supplier based on available space, on-hand merchandise, customer demand and advertising specials
o Stamp, attach or change price tags on merchandise according to price list
o Stock storage areas and displays with new merchandise
- Re-set/Set-up
o Stock displays with new or transferred merchandise
o Reset specified stocking sections to retailer provided schematics
o Set up shelving, racking and various fixtures
o Set up advertising signs and displays on shelves, counters or tables
o Clean display cases, shelves and aisles

Experience:
- Previous time and tenure as a merchandiser, broker or equivalent experience preferred
- Previous DSD service ordering writing a plus

Skills/Competencies:
- Basic math skills and the ability to estimate quantities
- Ability to download photos from digital camera onto a computer
- Ability to maintain records and conduct inventories
- Ability to work with a group as a team player
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to handle light power tools (drills) and manual tools (hammer, screw drivers, etc.)

Special Considerations:
Must be able to:
- Possess proven leadership and training skills
- Display self-driven, positive attitude and integrity
- Be flexible and willing to adapt to changing market needs
- Be punctual and work all scheduled hours
- Have an active telephone and valid email address for daily communication
- Have a reliable form of transportation
- Provide a copy of your valid Driver's License
- Provide a copy of your proof of car insurance
- Have daily access to a computer/internet/printer
- Have the ability to upload digital photos to a computer
- Have knowledge of basic Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Email)

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to:
- Stand, bend and stoop consistently
- Stand for up to a 10 hours shift (often on concrete and/or tile surfaces)
- Walk for up to a 10 hours shift
- Lift above shoulder level
- Lift up to 50lbs
- Climb stairs/ladders regularly


Complete our on-line application using the following link:

- Lakewood: www.rmsicareers.com/description.aspx?JobId=3583


Check out our website for additional information: http://www.rmsicareers.com