Seasonal Merchandiser

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, Rona+, 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 tentative start date of** March 11th** and end date in **July.** There is however a high probability of extension into August/September. Below are the types of hours you can expect per week**: 8 - 12 hours**. Typical weekday shift is 7am - 3:30pm. Weekday shifts are flexible. Weekend shifts may be required (Saturday 10am-2pm) from mid April to end of May.

**Key Work Performed**:

- Merchandise Scotts products including restocking shelves, racks, and displays; cleaning and facing product; 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 standing 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 25 km’s of location of Brockville, ON.
- Current valid Driver’s License, Driver’s Abstract, 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, smart phone.
- Must have Steel Toe boots/shoes (green patch).