Merchandising Associate Part Time - Innovation Center

Merchandising Associate Part Time - Innovation Center at The Home Depot in Bolton, ONL7E 4G8

Job Description
Are you someone who thrives on helping others succeed, enjoys making an impact, and takes pride in guiding customers to the right solutions for their projects? If you’re also naturally curious and eager to keep learning, consider starting or growing your career with us at The Home Depot.

Position Overview:

Merchandising Execution Associates (MEAs) perform in-store merchandising service activities such as merchandising projects, planogram maintenance, overhead organization, and display/signage maintenance designed to enhance the customer experience. MEAs execute merchandising strategies and ensure products are displayed correctly to drive sales and maximize inventory turns. They work in teams with on-site supervision and provide service to multiple departments in the stores, executing approved general bay service, tasking, projects and resets safely, accurately, and efficiently.

MEAs must build and maintain strong relationships with store associates and provide superior customer service to both internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret directions to ensure merchandise is set to the planogram, project instructions, program service requirements, and general service guidelines.
• Straighten, clean, and merchandise product to ensure merchandise is presented in a visually appealing manner.
• Maintain a copy of the most recent planogram inside the upright beam adjacent to product set.
• Build displays and fixtures using basic hand tools.
• Maintain, order, and install display material/signage/brochures.
• Follow directions and processes to conduct accurate price and label changes; replace incorrect, damaged, or missing price labels.
• Utilize store systems to access key merchandising reports; read, interpret, and execute actions based on findings.
• Maintain bay service records and other documentation as directed.
• Execute one‑off projects as required by store, district, and regional leadership.
• Maintain aisle cleanliness so that merchandise is accessible and customers can move through aisles easily.
• Partner with store leadership to markdown all damaged or unsellable merchandise.
• Answer questions regarding the store and products for the customers.
• Partner with store associates to find necessary products to fit the customer's needs.
• Partner with store representative to conduct inspections of returned and damaged items for Return to Vendor.
• Follow standard operating and safety procedures.
• Complete assigned training curriculum and other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Basic computer skills with knowledge of web‑based applications.
• Interpersonal skills, working on teams, with heavy reliance on team to accomplish goals.
• Follows safety policies and procedures; identifies and corrects safety hazards.
• Attention to detail: stays attentive, catches errors before completing assignments, and maintains high‑quality standards for work.
• Drives execution & self‑motivation: demonstrates the ability to deliver results without close supervision, manages competing demands in a fast‑paced environment, and meets quality standards.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• Reports to Merchandising Execution Supervisor (MEAS)

Travel Requirements:

• No travel requirements for this role.

Physical Requirements:

• Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving items.

Working Conditions:

• Flexible schedule typically starting early in the morning.
• Warehouse environment that can be dusty and noisy.
• Doors frequently open, causing drafts and interior temperature changes.

Minimum Education:

• GED or high school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Years of

Work Experience:

• N/A

Certifications:

• N/A

Other Requirements/Assets:

• 1 year of relevant working experience.

Pay Range: $18.40 - $20.15 per hour