Merchandiser (Pt)

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro, there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Every Associate plays an important role in providing innovative solutions for today’s gardeners and growers and contributing new ideas to improve operations. In our company you need grit, it is what we were founded on over 150 years ago and is what keeps us growing. Join the #1 Lawn and Garden Company in the World The grass is greener on our side

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-March_ and end date in
_Mid-August._ There is however a probability of an 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 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 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 the 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.