JOB VACANCY IN LOUISIANA Sales Merchandiser/Counselor (Monroe)-011740

Job Sales
Primary Location LA-Shreveport
Organization NA Field Sales
Schedule Part-time
Shift Variable

Description
General Summary

The Merchandiser & Counselor (M&C) is responsible for providing world-class store service to our retail partners. This includes merchandising, consumer counseling, store sets and construction of promotional materials. Consumer counseling responsibilities consist of educating our consumers and retail customers on the selection and use of Scotts products as appropriate. This role works closely with the Sales Merchandising Manager and store personnel to provide input & feedback on sales related issues, opportunities and inventory needs.

Key Work Performed
• Merchandise Scotts products including: seasonal resets, restocking shelves, racks, and displays; cleaning and facing product; repairing or removing damaged items; re-labeling grass seed, etc.
• Install and maintain point of purchase materials.
• Provide recommendations and product knowledge to both consumers and retail customer associates.
• Assemble fixtures and displays in-store.
• Provide consumer counseling sessions including lawn and garden educational clinics, promotional events and in-aisle consumer education as needed.
• Complete all required reports in a timely and accurate manner. (i.e. time sheets, surveys etc.)
• Utilize proper safety techniques and equipment and report incidents to Safety/Management in a timely fashion.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements

A. Education:
• Must be 18 and in pursuit of or have High School Diploma or equivalent
B. Experience:
• Previous retail merchandising experience preferred.
C. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Strong initiative, self-directed, and be able to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends during in-season periods.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good organization and planning skills.
D. Physical Requirements
• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to occasionally climb an 8’-12’ safety ladder and reach overhead.
• May be exposed to changes in temperature and humidity including indoor/outdoor working conditions.
E. General Requirements
• Must be willing to submit to The Scotts Company background check policy which includes Motor Vehicle Request (MVR) check, drug test and background check.
• Must have current, valid drivers license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• Daily access to a computer with high-speed internet capabilities.
• Must complete all required on-line training courses within appropriate time period. (i.e. policies, procedures, product knowledge etc.)

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