Merchandising Specialist

MERCHANDISING SPECIALIST

Job Location:

San Jose, CA
Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Base + Commission per year

• Inventory, store, price, and restock merchandise displays, providing service to retail accounts within an assigned territory.
• Accountable for presentation and supply of products in different store locations.
• Maintain dependable transportation for traveling to various stores within a given geographical region; routes may be subject to change based on organizational requirements.
• Build relationships with store personnel, create impactful displays, and support a positive brand image.
• Ensure brand programs and promotions are flawlessly executed on time and in accordance with company initiatives.
• Maintain full distribution of existing SKUs; take inventory or examine availability to identify items to be reordered or replenished.
• Ensure shelves and secondary placements of product(s) are fully stocked, correctly signed, properly faced, and set to schematics; keep shelves clean and free of debris.
• Implement the point‑of‑sale regional programs and additional space opportunities for products.
• Ensure correct product tagging, rotating, and placement of POS materials.
• Maintain clean product on shelves and displays according to merchandising standards.
• Request merchandise to the in‑store warehouse based on available space and product on hand.
• Execute plan‑ogram for all brands and/or categories.
• Support the regional manager with the coordination of special projects regarding brand programs in regional chains, customers, or distributors.
• Demonstrate time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Complete accurate and timely paperwork regarding in‑store activities daily, reporting performance via the Store Check app used in the POS department.
• Audit retail stores regularly to resolve any issue at the store level.

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of retail merchandising.
• English and Spanish language fluency required.
• A valid driver’s license and motor vehicle required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); ability to compile and aggregate basic data or reports.
• Knowledge of Grocery Supply and/or Distributor software a plus.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels.
• Ethics: treat people with respect, keep commitments, inspire trust, work with integrity and ethically, uphold organizational values.
• Customer service: manage customer situations; respond promptly to customer needs; solicit customer feedback to improve service; respond to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.
• Punctuality: consistently at work and on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrive at meetings and appointments on time.

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.
• Required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Capable of driving for extended periods of time.
• Ability to concentrate in front of a computer for some periods of time.
• Capable of moving and lifting heavy objects such as cases of products, pallets, displays, etc.
• Skin may encounter certain products: cleansing products and personal safety products such as sanitizing gel and towelettes.
• Must wear protective gloves, face masks, and other protective equipment as deemed necessary by MXL, customers, or government.
• Capable of securely using corrugated cutters, scissors, and other materials or tools…