Visual Merchandiser — Planograms & Store

Sunshine Ace Hardware, Inc.

Visual Merchandiser

Full Time Hourly, Non-Exempt

Support Office, Bonita Springs

Our family-owned business has been providing career opportunities and adding economic value to our local economy since 1958. Our customers have come to depend on the helpful advice our friendly associates provide. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and a flexible, family-oriented environment which truly makes us a great place to work!

The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for effectively managing all aspects of implementation of planograms in all stores (Ace Discovery / Vendor programs) and customize those as necessary. The duties of this position are to be performed while demonstrating all of Sunshine Ace Hardware’s Core Values.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage, implement, and customize planograms in all stores on a monthly basis as changes become necessary
• Lead or assist with merchandising of new stores or remodeling of stores which may include longer or non-traditional hours to complete
• Assemble or dismantle visual displays
• Adhere to SAH Core Values, goals, philosophy and policies and procedures
• Demonstrate strong communications skills while interacting with all levels of store personnel, buying team and store management team
• Work independently while creating a team atmosphere, both with store associates and management
• During merchandising project/re-sets, demonstrate day-to-day maintenance of retail merchandising and convey that understanding to store personnel, and management staff

• A high degree of analytical skills, and the ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to perform in a fast paced environment, prioritize job duties to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability and willingness to work well as part of a retail team in a helpful, courteous and friendly manner
• Expert knowledge of planograms, store layouts and merchandising practices
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Technically skilled in basic computer knowledge and software (such as Word, Excel, Email, internet research, Access, and Google Suite products, etc.)

• Associate degree in business or related field preferred; or, high school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 5 years retail experience, Hardware Retail preferred (minimum of 3 years Merchandising experience)
• Proven ability to manage large scale projects in a complex environment

• Possession of a valid State of Florida Driver License with a clean driving record in accordance with the company’s insurance carrier’s standards
• Reliable personal transportation with current auto liability insurance for operating personal automobile required
• Out of town/overnight travel working out of all store locations. Reimbursement provided for travel, mileage and accommodations
• Out of town/overnight travel for industry events (e.g. trade shows) and/or professional development conferences and seminars 2-3 times per year
• Forklift Operator’s certification or the ability to attain
• Working hours are typically 40 hours per week. Early morning starts or late night finishes, as work must generally take place before or after business hours as this work is disruptive to the retail sales floor. At times, overtime or overnight work may be required

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
• Requires repetitive pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, twisting, hand grasping, fine finger manipulation and…