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Heartland Produce Co.
Merchandiser - FT Plainfield, IL
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What they do
A Merchandiser assists with marketing or promoting merchandise in a retail store. Advises on trends and styles; designs and creates merchandise displays in a store, to generate or improve customer sales. Works with sales associates, merchandise managers and product vendors. Monitors customer preferences and sales data.
$34,854 / year median in Illinois
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Merchandiser
- FT Plainfield, IL Heartland Produce Co.
- 3.
- Making sure all product from the distribution center is presented accordingly and driving sales within the produce department at Woodman's in Plainfield, IL.
Hours:
6am to 2pm; 5-day work week will be defined upon interview (must have weekend availability). Training for this role will take place at Woodman's in North Aurora for a few weeks; this will be reviewed upon interview as well.Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain appropriate levels of product on sales floor
- Quality control inspections
- ensure the product being displayed is consistent with company and customer expectations
- Organize product in particular patterns
- Help set up promotional displays
- Make recommendations for promotional strategies
- Maintain and track inventory
- May be required to perform additional duties as needed
Job Qualifications:
- Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs on a consistent basis
- pull, bend, stoop, twist, reach, stretch, squat and walk as needed throughout the workday
- Must be able to work in refrigerated environments for periods of time
- Produce experience, preferred
- Excellent time management and attention to detail skills
- Strong communication and interpretation skills
- Committed to providing excellent customer service
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- May be required to travel to other store locations
- Must be self-sufficient / self-starter
Benefits and Compensation:
- $18/hour starting rate (higher pay based on experience)
- weekly pay
- 100% employer-paid Basic Life insurance for employees
- eligible after 31 days
- 80-90% employer-paid Medical (HSA-Compatible Health Plan available) and Dental insurance for employees and dependents
- eligible after 31 days
- Vision and Voluntary life insurance
- Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
- Critical Illness and Accident coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Traditional and Roth 401(k)
- Employer match up to 5%
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insuranceExperience:
Customer Service:
2 years (Preferred)Retail Merchandising:
1 year (Preferred)Retail Produce:
1 year (Preferred)Work Location:
In personJob Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $18.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insuranceExperience:
Customer Service:
2 years (Preferred)Retail Merchandising:
1 year (Preferred)Retail Produce:
1 year (Preferred)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings