Retail Merchandiser - Doylestown, PA

About the role

L&R is the largest distributor and the 6th largest purchaser of cosmetics in the United States, distributing over 40,000 items (cosmetics, toys, school supplies, hosiery, hair accessories, OTC, HBA, and more) through three regional warehouse locations in Arkansas, New Jersey, and Nevada. The Field Merchandiser ensures products are properly stocked, organized, and displayed across assigned retail locations, supports store resets by implementing new planograms, relocating products, setting shelves, and ensuring displays meet company and retailer standards. Territories include Doylestown, PA; Richboro, PA; Morrisville, PA; Southampton, PA; New Hope, PA; Levittown, PA; Langhorne, PA; New Town, PA; Fairless Hills, PA; Bensalem, PA; Yardley, PA.

Responsibilities

• Place orders for required inventory according to store ordering guidelines, utilizing a company-supplied tablet and scanner leveraging Repsly software.
• Service store routes according to assigned call frequencies, working closely with the District Manager.
• Follow a specific store visit process inclusive of merchandising delivery from the previous order, filling out task forms, taking pictures, ordering to maintain stock levels and other projects as requested.
• Accurately implement planograms and schematics to reset cosmetic displays, fixtures, and sections according to provided planograms and instructions.
• Ensure all resets are completed according to L&R’s standards and project timelines.
• Install and adjust shelving, hooks, and fixtures as needed to align with planogram specifications.
• Process customer returns associated with resets following L&R’s returns & reclamation guidelines.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales, promotions, and policies regarding invoicing, exchanges, and returns.
• Maintain efficient communication with Store Associates upon each store visit.
• Verify merchandise shipments upon receipt and checked in by authorized store personnel.
• Provide consistent professional communication with Store Management and Store Associates.
• Clean and organize display cases and shelves.
• Conduct store surveys and audits per request, including taking photographs of assigned departments to solve store issues.
• Service additional stores upon business needs and necessities.

Requirements

• Previous merchandising or retail experience.
• Familiarity with resets, planograms and store footage is a plus.
• Retail sales and inventory control knowledge are a plus.
• Ability to safely use a ladder or step stool to access higher fixtures, signage, and products on elevated shelves.
• Ability to conduct physical work, frequently lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Proficient with tablets and smartphones.
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Registered Vehicle Driver’s License.
• Car Insurance.
• Motor Vehicle Report with 3 or fewer moving violations within the last 36 months.

Skills

Strong organizational, communication, and physical stamina skills; ability to follow planograms and execute store resets accurately.

Benefits

• Mileage and toll reimbursement.
• Paid drive time included with hours worked.
• Part‑time benefits: state sick time and 401K options.
• Opportunity to transition to full‑time after 60 days if consistent 30+ hours are met weekly.
• Full‑time benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance.
• Referral Bonuses Program.
• Employee Recognition Program.

Pay

Pay Rate – $16.00 per hour.

Schedule

Up to 25 hours weekly; service hours are between 6 AM – 5 PM with 8 PM as the drop‑dead time with authorization.