Part Time Merchandiser

American Greetings is a global leader in the Celebrations marketplace. As a Merchandiser you will help people celebrate holidays, each other, and life’s special moments by displaying and maintaining inventory of greeting cards, gift‑wrap accessories, party goods, plush items, and more across various retail locations.

Pay

Starting pay is $13.50 per hour with two scheduled increases during the first year of employment. After 6 months the rate rises to $14.30, and after 1 year of continued employment it increases to $15.00. Rates are subject to change based on work location.

Schedule

We offer flexible work scheduling. The weekly average is 6 hours, which may increase to an average of 14 hours per week around holidays. Availability is needed for occasional weekends and the day before and after major holidays (e.g., Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas). Paid training is provided.

Benefits

• Flexible work scheduling
• Paid training
• 401(k) with company match

Primary Responsibilities

• Service stores on an assigned route, merchandising and organizing product orders.
• Display products within greeting‑card departments and other retail locations.
• Maintain organized back‑room areas and perform other inventory tasks as needed.
• Communicate with management about service questions or schedule concerns.
• Work in a fast‑paced retail environment using effective time‑management and organizational skills.
• Partner with retail store associates and management during daytime business hours.
• Provide occasional assistance with store resets, including minor fixture work, product assembly, relocation, or removal.
• Review and plan weekly service schedule and workload using a company‑issued tablet.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Access to reliable transportation (most routes have multiple retail locations).
• Access to reliable internet for receiving critical job information and updates.
• Technological competency – able to learn and use a company‑provided tablet for training and daily tasks.
• Willingness to meet scheduling needs, including occasional weekends and holiday periods.

Physical Demands

• Work on the sales floor and in back‑stock rooms.
• Push, pull, lift, and carry cartons, merchandise, and fixtures up to 40 pounds.
• Stand, walk, stoop, and squat throughout the workday; a stepstool may be used for some tasks.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.