Merchandiser - Pet Retail (Part-time)

Description Central Pet Distribution is Hiring Part Time Merchandisers! 20 Hours Per Week, Weekends and Evenings Off!Do you love pets and love working independently? Our growing company is seeking experienced merchandisers to visit and service our retail accounts. Our Pet Distribution team works together to supply our customers with the nation’s top brands of pet supplies. With a set schedule and weekly route in a designated geographical area, our merchandisers do an outstanding job getting our products onto store shelves. If you are customer service oriented, organized, dependable, and have great time management skills this may be the job for you!LOCATION: Lewisville/Flower Mound, TX areas.SHIFT DETAILS: Part-time - 20 hours/weekKEY RESPONSIBILITIESReceive, unpack and scan via R/F unit inbound inventory for retail locations. Merchandise product onto store shelves according to schematicsPlace replenishment orders for designated productsCount, pack and arrange for the pickup/delivery of returned goodsDevelop relationships with Back Door ReceiversWork closely with store sales staff in regard to shelf maintenance and appropriate merchandising standardsConstruct and assemble displays, and display components according to specifications. Change and rotate interior display areas and signage to reflect promotional changesConsistently monitor e-mail and voicemail for communication requests and information from the business unitPractice exceptional safety measures when drivingDisplay excellent customer service while interacting with store managers and employeesQUALIFICATIONSPrevious merchandising experienceStrong communication skills needed to interact with store personnel and consumersAbility to use box cutters, bar-coding scanners, push carts and dollies safelyMust have SmartphoneMust have computer or access to a computerAbility to work independentlyAttention to detailResponsible, reliable and dependable work habitsMust have valid Driver’s License, reliable transportation and proof of insuranceAbility to bend, pull, and lift up to 30 lbs. consistently throughout the course of a normal work day.Ability to bend, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally throughout the course of a normal work day.Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe mannerWORKING CONDITIONSWork is conducted at retail grocery stores in loading/unloading area and on sales floorDriving to/from and between retail locations is done in personal vehicleRemotePOSITION INFORMATIONThis position pays $17.00per hourMileage is paid at $0.56 per mile as reimbursement for expenses you may incur while driving your personal vehicle.You will receive $25.00 per month to cover the expense of your phone and data plan as you will be utilizing company apps on your personal phone.Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.