Seasonal Merchandiser - Chicago, IL

at Spectrum Brands, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Division Information
Spectrum Brands is a leading supplier of consumer products for the home, lawn and garden, insect, and weed control markets. Our Home & Garden division delivers groundbreaking products of exceptional value and top-notch quality to consumers with our iconic brands includingSpectracide, Hot Shot, Cutter, Repel, Black Flag, Garden Safe,EcoLogic, and Liquid Fence.Our Retail Sales teamfacilitatesthis by servicing, merchandising, and promoting sales of products, as well as building customer loyalty by listening, answering questions, andassistingthem in selecting products based on their needs.Job Summary
As a Seasonal Merchandiser, your biggest priority is completing store visits. Upon arriving at each of your designated stores, you will:
Check in with a department leader or store associate
Walk through the store to assess inventory levels and request backstock
Fill displays and stock shelves
Assist customers when needed
Complete other projects as instructed
Clean up the work area
Check out with a department leader or store associate
Education and Experience Profile
While our training will set you up for success, there are a few skills/experience you should already have:
High school diploma (or GED) and 1-2 years of retail or sales experience.
Motivation and drive to succeed.
Clear and professional communication skills.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings.
Willingness to travel extensively within the territory, including overnight stays if needed.
Required Skills
We appreciate a job well done, so there are a few perks we offer for this role:
Hourly pay starting at $19.50
Flexible scheduling
Paid mileage
$25/month for cell phone
Work Environment
We care about our team, so we want to make sure we share a few more basics about the work environment:
This role requires you to:
Stand, walk, and climb ladders
Lift and/or move up to 60 pounds
Grasp, handle, or feel objects,toolsor controls
Have strong vision abilities (close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus)
The noise level and working conditions may besimilar tothose for a warehouse facility.
Exposure toweather conditions while traveling between assigned stores.

Spectrum Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Spectrum Brands complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Spectrum welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Priority may be given to current employees or local candidates.