Merchandiser-Levittown, NY

Company: The Scotts MiracleGro Company
Location: Levittown
Posted on: April 6, 2021

Job Description:

We are looking for Seasonal Merchandisers who will be a key part of our success in our peak Spring season.The Merchandiser will report directly to the Sales Manager and work within our big box retailers, such as Home Depot and Lowe's. As part of the day-to-day responsibilities the Merchandiser will execute merchandising directives and re-sets, establish a positive rapport with store personnel and customers, and relay information to Scotts Sales team regarding inventory opportunities.In this role you will:

• Merchandise products inside and outside stores
• Provide customers and store associates with product knowledge on Scotts brands
• Ensure product is stocked and presentable at all times
• Assist in identifying opportunities for solution selling and incremental space
• Provide support to Sales Manager and store employees as needed
• Work effectively independently and as a team to perform all tasks assignedWhat we do for our associates:
  • Competitive retirement program with up to 7.5% 401K match
  • Provide valuable, hands-on experience within merchandising, retail and customer service
  • Provide a competitive hourly wage
  • Paid on-the-job training including in-depth product knowledge on the Scotts products
  • Fast tracked career advancement opportunities for high performing associates
  • Compensation for commuting expenses
  • Provide flexible working hours
  • Provide necessary safety gearThe ideal person will have:
    • High school diploma or equivalent years of experience
    • Experience in retail, merchandising and/or stocking
    • Problem solving and service oriented attitude
    • Ability to lift, push and pull 45 pounds
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends
    • Ability to operate company provided technology
    • Current, valid driver's license and reliable transportation
    • Ability to tolerate work in an outdoor environment (heat, cold, rain, etc.)
    • Must be at least 18 years of age
    • Ability to read, write and speak English
    • Ability to climb ladders physically and metaphorically
    • Ability to move pallets of product.The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) is the world's largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products, with a full range of products for professional horticulture as well. Scotts Miracle-Gro has helped to grow the nearly $7 billion global consumer lawn and garden market through product innovation, industry-leading advertising efforts and its trusted brands.The brands and products within our company include: Scotts, Miracle-Gro, Tom Cat, Ortho, Round Up, Bonnie Plants, Osmocote, Earthgro and Fafard.Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityNotification to Agencies:Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.
      
      Our commitment to LiveTotalHealth puts the wellness and safety of our associates and their families as the top priority. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring associate safety has been a primary focus for all of us at Scotts. During this year's flu season and the continuing pandemic, we remain committed to doing everything we can to keep our associates healthy and safe. As such, we are requiring our US associates to get a flu vaccine. This safety measure will help protect our associates, our families and our communities. We recognize a medical or personal circumstance may prevent you from meeting this requirement and we have a process to address those concerns
      
      

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