Part Time Lead Retail Trainer - Merrillville, IN

American Greetings is a global leader in the Celebrations marketplace. Help people celebrate holidays, each other, and all of life’s special moments by joining our team as a Part Time Lead Retail Trainer.

About the role

As a Part Time Lead Retail Trainer, you will manage and train merchandisers servicing greeting card departments in retail locations within a specified geographical area. This role focuses on training, development, and coordinating revisions.

Pay

The starting pay is $19.60 per hour with two increases during the first year of employment (rates subject to change based on work location). After 6 months, the pay rate increases to $21.30 per hour. After one year, it increases to $23.00 per hour. A 401(k) with company match is available.

Schedule

The weekly average is 25 hours per week, with potential increases to 30 hours per week around holidays.

Location

Working Zip Code: 46410

Responsibilities

Training

• Partner with the Field Manager to identify training needs.
• Communicate with new and existing merchandisers to schedule training, provide mentorship, and give feedback.
• Train on duties including servicing orders, inventory management, organizational activities, and seasonal tasks such as changeovers, display maintenance, inventory management, and outpost placement.
• Build strong relationships with store personnel while promoting the brand.
• Identify and arrange coverage for vacant stores within the area.
• Improve stores and ensure merchandiser success.
• Merchandise a small route of stores.

Revisions

• Work with the Field Manager and store personnel on major revision activity before, during, and after setup.
• Demonstrate knowledge of all fixture types across accounts and build fixtures as needed.
• Understand planograms, cabinet diagrams, and other revision-specific materials to execute revisions successfully.
• Assign tasks and manage a team during revisions to complete the job.
• Maintain constant communication with the Field Manager throughout the revision process.

Requirements

• Training and supervisory experience preferred.
• Retail or merchandising experience a plus.
• Effective communication, organizational, and detail-oriented skills.
• Technological competency—ability to learn and use technology effectively.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or move up to 40 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; may require extensive time in a vehicle.