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in Cambridge, MA
Merchandiser
Hours | Part-time |
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Location | Cambridge and Surrounding Areas Cambridge, Massachusetts |
About this job
We have a part-time opening for a Merchandiser.
Must be able to work various shifts per week.
- Be authorized to work in the United States.
- Must have reliable transportation.
Requirements
Reports To: Area Manager (AM)
Department: Field Operations
Division: NAM
Location: Field
Core Competencies:
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Strong work ethic
- Initiative and follow-through
- Sense of urgency
- Basic computer competencies
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Organization Skills
- Time Management Skills
OVERALL SUMMARY:
The In-Store Representative position completes multiple advertising and merchandising programs by following a calendar of scheduled visits. As a result, the In-Store reps enhance the image of News America Marketing.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Execution
- Achieve specified client objectives and assignments
- Complete all cart programs or other programs, as assigned by market management
- Remove, install and maintain News America Marketing Cart frames/ads or other NAM programs in specified retailers
- Communicate with supervisor and internal colleagues as requested and on an ongoing basis (must respond to request within 24 hrs)
- Attend monthly training meetings & individual training meetings as scheduled with manager
- Report completion of project(s) in a timely and accurate manner
- Complete all assigned work within the budgeted hours provided
Customer Relationships
- Establish and build courteous business relationships with clients and retailers
- Keep Field updated on competitor trends
- Keep Field updated on issues with retailers (manager issues or store closings)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Needed:
- Ability to work independently
- Knowledge of retail environment & customer experience preferred
Personal Traits
- Demonstrate a sense of urgency
- Honesty and integrity
- Very detail oriented
Skill Requirements
- Attention to detail and quality of work (imperative)
- Good working knowledge of Windows operating system & Internet Explorer
- Initiative to identify and solve problems
- Ability to finish projects accurately, completely and on time
- Work well independently & as part of a team
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds & stand on feet for extended periods
- Certain projects may require repetitive bending, lifting and stretching
- Ability to install all SmartSource products including: carts, shelf, freezer and Floortalk*
Non - Skill requirements
- In-store representatives must have a valid driver's license (for at least 2 years) and a reliable, insured and registered personal vehicle (In some cases, representatives will have a city assignment in which they may choose alternate transportation, such as a bus or subway)
- Ability to drive during the day and night is required
- Personal computer (with Windows 2000 or XP or higher) & printer
- Internet & E-mail access; high speed access preferred
- Adherence to dress code
*Note that Frequency and activities required to perform all job requirements are not listed