Merchandiser
Performance Food Group · Springfield, IL · Today
On-siteSales$20/hrTemporary
We deliver competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Match, Education Assistance, and Paid Time Off in a safe, inclusive working environment built on rewards, recognition, and respect.
Pay
$20.00 an hour
Schedule
Monday – Friday starting at 8:00 AM
Phone & car allowance plus mileage reimbursement available.
About the role
The Merchandiser is responsible for pricing and setting customer’s stores. The Merchandiser reports directly to the Merchandising Manager overseeing the geographical area they service. A Merchandiser may be either permanent in the position or a temporary Sales Trainee assigned to the department as part of an ongoing sales training program.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the training of new fellow merchandisers on how to properly price and set customer shelving.
- Assist in creating customer store layouts upon request, placing the order via a telxon unit, arranging delivery to the store, and physically pricing and merchandising the product at the customer’s store.
- Submit proper forms for employee reimbursement, such as travel, auto, gas, per diem, and hotel.
- Participate in company annual shows by setting up and tearing down the convenience store display.
- Record unsalable merchandise when re-setting customer stores so the customer can receive credit.
- Assist, when necessary, in delivering and unloading orders and returns.
- Assist the Merchandising Manager in maintaining inventory of all merchandising supplies (mylar tags, peg hooks, price guns, labels, etc.).
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Customer-facing experience.
- Reliable vehicle with current auto insurance; must be able to travel to customer locations.
- Valid driver’s license with a clear driving record.
Skills
- Self-motivated, self-starter, and detail-oriented.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent lifting of products weighing 5–25 lbs throughout the day.
- May lift cases of product or totes weighing up to 70 lbs.
Benefits
- Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401K Employer Matching
- Education Assistance
- Paid Time Off