Area Manager

Area Manager Our area managers are the heart and soul of Jacent. They're on the front lines in more than 17,000 stores acting as mentors to merchandisers within their assigned area; providing troubleshooting tactics, training, and ongoing support. They work closely with their Territory Managers to support new and current merchandisers, identifying opportunities to drive volume and sales. Our people are what makes us special and makes us the #1 impulse merchandising company in North America. We are looking for individuals that align with our culture pillars of We Always Play Offense, We Are Solutions Oriented, We Deliver Legendary Service, We Act With Integrity And Courage, and We Are Stronger Together. Why Jacent? Competitive Hourly Rate Daytime hours 40 HOURS

PER WEEK

Quarterly performance incentives Paid training Mileage and travel time paid between stores Employee Assistance Program and other select benefits for part-time employees Cell phone reimbursement Advancement opportunities Who We're Looking For A self-starter and quick learner who enjoys working both independently and in a team setting, preferably as a lead or supervisor Someone who is comfortable in changing environments Someone who is able to meet the physical requirements of the role, with or without a reasonable accommodation, which include: Standing and walking 3-8hrs Lifting to 50 lbs Crouching, bending, twisting, and repetitive hand movements Possesses excellent organizational skills with ability to schedule your time efficiently A strong communicator with the ability to build relationships with business partners. Resides within 20 miles of Arlington Heights, Des Plaines, Evanston, Glenview, Mount Prospect, Niles, Park Ride IL What You'll Be Doing Cultivating relationships with in-store management Leading the execution of merchandising resets Building retail displays Merchandising impulse items on clip strips & J-hooks Conducting surveys and audits Providing training and re-training to new and current merchandisers in assigned area Who We Are Jacent is the leading cross-merchandising impulse product company in North America and offers multiple solutions to make the challenging world of retail easier. We are strategic merchandising experts. With our data driven insights and complete line of impulse products, we enable inspired shopping experiences -- and increased sales. Jacent sources shopper-inspired products, and blends data and experience to help retailers design and manage strategic merchandising programs. With our 2,500+ merchandising employees, we then provide the merchandising for more than 17,000 stores to maximize sales. EOE Statement The Company will make all employment decisions regarding employees and applicants for employment without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.