Field Merchandising Trainer

JOB SUMMARY: The Field Merchandising Trainer plays a critical role in supporting Excell Brand's retail locations by delivering high-quality training, hands-on merchandising, and critical administrative tasks to make their district and region successful. This full-time position is responsible for enhancing field performance, maintaining operational consistency, and ensuring exceptional service standards. JOB REQUIREMENTS:1-3 years minimum experience in Retail Merchandising, preferably in big box retail1 year of training experience preferred in a Retail Merchandising setting.Comfort using a tablet or phone for reporting, surveys, and documentation.Skilled communicator who is passionate about developing others, thrive in dynamic field settingsHighly organized with a strong commitment to process standards and quality service.Travel within the district and region may be needed up to 2-3 times monthly, depending on business needs. BENEFITS OF WORKING AT EXCELL:Competitive Hourly Wages plus commission and bonus potentialFull Benefits Package: Medial, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans availablePaid Time Off / Sick LeaveEmployee Discounts on products (limitations and restrictions apply)Company Vehicle provided401(K) and profit-sharing programs ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions: Training & Field Readiness:Train and onboard full time and part time Retail Account Merchandisers (RAMs) and Crossmark representatives.Deliver new hire training, process updates, and refresher sessions.Conduct 45-day and 90-day follow-up visits to ensure training adoption and compliance to standards and policies.Act as a training resource for major metro hubs and high-priority markets.Reinforce process adoption through coaching, evaluation, and structured follow-ups.Support HR and Process Team with curriculum feedback, training standards, and compliance. Merchandising SupportExecute all standard merchandising tasks including:Unpacking cartons and stocking retailers' shelvesResetting and maintaining displaysFollowing planograms accuratelyEnsuring all products are properly labeled and merchandisedMaintaining clean, organized presentation standardsConduct store audits, identify execution gaps, and implement in-store fixes, including support following Crossmark service missesFill merchandising coverage gaps due to sick time, vacation, or turnover.Support store openings, seasonal peaks, or special project pushes. Administrative SupportAudit, report and ensure critical processes are complete and accurate such as area reports (backroom inventory), store refusals, visit data, service quality metrics and 3rd party merchandising audits.Support and assist with visit scheduling by helping to align store needs and district planning.Conduct audits for process and training compliance.Identify procedural gaps, communicate them to the Process Team, and assist with corrective action follow-through.Assist District Managers with day-to-day operational tasks and resolution of field-level issues. OTHER DUTIES:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Required Skills and ExperienceExperience as a retail account merchandiser or equivalent field merchandising role.Experience conducting training or developing others.Strong communication and training abilities.Strong organizational, planning, and administrative capabilities.Ability to lift up to 35 lbs., with team lifts up to 50 lbs. as needed.Ability to travel throughout assigned area with schedule flexibility.High level of professionalism, reliability, and relationship-building skills.A Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.