Retail Merchandising Specialist

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Travel to assigned retail stores to conduct visits within your assigned territory
• Audit, maintain, and install consumer electronics displays and products such as TVs, tablets, headphones, speakers, printers, and phones
• Occasionally partner with team members to complete 2–3-person projects such as appliance or TV installs
• Build and maintain positive in-store relationships
• Successfully complete your assignments as assigned by your BDS Manager
• Ensure that reporting is completed on time from your personal mobile device
• Schedule and complete work per BDS Standards and Expectations (provided during onboarding
• Receive materials at home or pick up at FedEx and take to retail locations as requested
• Other tasks as requested by management

Qualifications

Experience and Education:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Previous merchandising, customer service, and/or retail experience preferred 

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to collaborate and interact with BDS and in-store personnel
• Technology: Must be proficient using your personal Android or Apple device (Smartphone/Tablet) with GPS functionality to upload photos, report assignment data, and reference documents
• Must own a basic toolkit (BDS provides toolkit cost reimbursement after successful completion of the probationary period)
  • A basic toolkit includes a multi-screwdriver, torx security bit set, hammer, cordless drill, allen wrench, box cutter, rubber mallet, socket set, needle nose pliers, precision wire cutters, crescent wrench, easy off, putty knife, microfiber cleaning cloth, and goo gone
• Able to complete paid BDS online training courses in the required timeline before working in-store
• Must be 18 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must be able to meet all BDS pre-employment requirements, including a background check and MVR (motor vehicle record) check

Availability and Logistics

• Flexible availability Monday – Friday, early morning to midday, with occasional weekend hours.
• Availability to work 20 hours per week minimum
• Ability to drive on behalf of the company in compliance with company guidelines with reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to travel within a designated market up to a 60-mile radius (BDS pays drive time and mileage between store locations)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Regularly stand, walk, bend over, reach overhead, crouch, kneel, balance, grasp, push or pull, talk and/or hear, and drive
• Regularly lift and carry 40+ pounds
• Climb a ladder more than 10 feet tall
• Complete/pass certification (online and in-store) to use moving equipment, such as Big Joe/Little Joey and forklifts, may be required based on business needs
• Occasionally travel via flight or other modes of transportation

Additional Information

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay schedule and early wage access - get paid when you need it
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid sick time
• Paid training both online and in-store
• Paid drive time and mileage between store locations
• Monthly phone reimbursement
• Reimbursed toolkit
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral bonus
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees
• A variety of part-time and full-time schedules and roles across the business that can lead to consistent income for your needs