Part Time Merchandiser-Bakersfield, CA

american greetings is a global leader in the celebrations marketplace. Join our team as a merchandiser to help people celebrate holidays, each other, and all of life’s special moments by displaying and maintaining our range of greeting cards, gift wrap accessories, party goods, plush and more.

• the starting pay is $17.10 per hour with two increases during the first year of employment.
• after 6 months of employment the pay rate increases to $18.10 per hour.
• after 1 year of continued employment the pay rate increases to $19.00 per hour.
• we offer flexible work scheduling.
• we provide paid training.
• 401(k) with company match.

this route will service the following retail locations: 2901 ming ave, bakersfield, ca ; 3101 wilson rd, bakersfield, ca ; 401 union ave, bakersfield, ca 93308; 3030 brundage ln, bakersfield, ca ; 820 cottonwood rd, bakersfield, ca 93307; 2728 s chester ave, bakersfield, ca 93304; 1520 brundage lane, bakersfield, ca ; 4400 ming ave, bakersfield, ca .

the weekly average hours are 6 hours per week, potentially increasing to up to 15 hours during holidays.

• service stores on the assigned route, including merchandising, organizing product orders, and displaying products.
• maintain organized backroom area and perform other inventory tasks.
• communicate with store management regarding service or schedule concerns.
• work efficiently in a fast‑paced retail environment with strong time‑management and organizational skills.
• build relationships with store associates and management.
• be available for additional working days and extended hours around major holidays.
• provide occasional assistance with store resets, including fixture work, product assembly, and relocation.
• plan weekly service schedule and workload using a company‑issued tablet.
• work independently and with a team.

ability to push, pull, lift, and carry cartons; experience on the sales floor and in a back stockroom is beneficial but not required—we will train.

• 18 years or older.
• fluency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding english.
• ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• reliable transportation; most routes cover multiple retail locations.
• reliable internet access for job information and updates.
• technological competency; able to use the company tablet.
• availability to work occasional weekends and days around major holidays.

work may involve standing, walking, stooping, squatting, and handling fixtures up to 40 pounds. A step stool may be used for certain tasks.

the characteristics listed above describe the physical demands required for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

this company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability, or protected veteran status. Eoe m/f/disability/vet vevraa federal contractor.