Hallmark Field Merchandiser (part-time) Jefferson, IA

Hallmark Field Merchandiser (part-time) Jefferson, IA 50129 As a Field Merchandiser, you'll have the opportunity to work independently to showcase your organization and time management skills, your ability to establish retailer relationships, while being the face of Hallmark. You will collaborate with local store teams to optimize product placement and maintain inventory levels as well as support fellow team members with seasonal resets and installations, when needed. On occasion you may have the opportunity to work with other products from other companies in the stores that you service. Salary & Schedule Details Your starting hourly pay rate will be $15.00-$17.00 per hour depending on your skills and experience. We provide paid training, delivered through live, hands‑on instruction as well as virtual classroom training. Hallmark part‑time employees are offered voluntary benefits that include medical, dental, vision and other coverage. Eligible Employees receive annual pay increases. This is a Part‑Time position with a variable schedule during the work week. Average weekly hours for this position are between 4-10 hours per week. Availability the week before and after major holidays, which may include weekends, is required . Availability to support season changeovers, extended services, installations, and inventory support. Responsibilities Day‑to‑day engagement: Utilize a mobile device provided by Hallmark to restock, organize, and monitor the inventory of Hallmark products within and outside the Hallmark department. Use technology for communication with your supervisor, reporting time, providing feedback, and answering surveys for required merchandising activities. Maintain professional and courteous interaction with store employees, management, and customers. Holiday support: Lead up to and following holidays such as Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, you can expect additional days and extended hours. In some holidays you may be required to work on the actual holiday itself, including weekends. Department resets: Participate in teams responsible for installations and various tasks such as building and installing Hallmark fixtures, relocating card departments and products, and resetting card sections. Notifications typically occur two weeks in advance for remodel assignments. Evening or weekend work may be required. Team collaboration: Work as part of Hallmark's field organization network to support other merchandisers as needed in their territories. Physical Requirements This is a physically demanding job that requires a high level of energy and a sense of urgency. You will work on the selling floor as well as in back stockrooms. You must be able to consistently push, pull, lift, and carry cartons, merchandise, and display fixtures up to 30 pounds throughout the workday and up to 50 pounds on occasion. You will also be required to kneel, squat, walk, and stand throughout your workday, and you may be required to climb stairs and step ladders. Basic Qualifications Are at least 18 years of age. Can read, write, and understand English. Have the ability to grasp, pull, lift, and carry products up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Can operate a digital hand‑held device to open and read documents and interpret information. Have access to a Wi‑Fi network and the internet. Have access to consistent transportation to travel to and between assigned stores as scheduled. Benefits Voluntary benefits available for part‑time employees with a work schedule of less than 30 hours, including dental, vision, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and minimum essential coverage (preventive care). In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment. Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification, and successfully passing a pre‑employment background check. Equal Opportunity Employer Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Principals only please. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr