Merchandiser (C)

We are looking for a Seasonal Merchandiser to join our Field Sales team.

Seasonal Merchandisers report directly to a Sales Manager and work within our big box retailers, such as Home Depot, Lowe's, Rona and Reno Depot. As part of the day-to-day responsibilities Merchandisers execute merchandising directives and establish a positive rapport with store personnel and customers, and relay information to Scotts Sales team regarding inventory opportunities.

This a contract position with a start date of Mid-April and end date in Mid-August. There is however a probability of extension into September.

Below are the types of hours you can expect per week: 6 -12 hours.

Typical weekday shift is 7am - 3:30pm. Weekday shifts are flexible. Weekend shifts are required (Saturday 9am-1pm) from mid April to end of May.

**Key Work Performed**:

- Merchandise Scotts products including restocking shelves, racks, and displays; cleaning and facing products; repairing or removing damaged items, etc.
- Drive in-store sales in conjunction with Scotts Sales Manager
- Assemble fixtures and displays in-store.
- Install and maintain point-of-purchase materials.
- Provide recommendations and product knowledge to both consumers and retail customer associates.
- Provide consumer product education.

**What you will need to be successful**:

- Strong initiative, self-directed, reliable and able to work independently with little supervision
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to routinely walk, stand, climb a step grip ladder up to 4m (12ft), handle some heavy lifting (implying bending, kneeling) and stand for extended periods of time.
- Comfortable working in/outside in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends

**A few other things we will expect from you**:

- Live within 30 km’s of location (within reasonable distance to stores in the assigned area)
- Current valid Driver’s License, Driver’s Abstract, and Criminal Record which meets company criteria.
- Must have access to a car during work hours or reliable transportation
- Must have access to a computer, printing capabilities, smartphone
- Must have Steel Toe boots/shoes (green patch)

**THIS IS NOT AN EXCLUSIVE OR EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DEMANDS THAT AN EMPLOYEE IN THIS JOB MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM FROM TIME TO TIME.