MERCHANDISER

Merchandiser

Are you passionate about staying active, working independently, and creating visually appealing displays? Do you take pride in making products look their best while providing exceptional customer service? If so, Alsum Farms & Produce invites you to join our dynamic team as a Merchandiser.

As a Merchandiser, you will be the face of Alsum in retail stores, responsible for ensuring our fresh potatoes and produce are fully stocked, attractively displayed, and readily available for customers. Your role will involve building strong relationships with store personnel, solving display and stocking challenges, and helping to deliver high-quality products from our farms to grocery shelves.

At Alsum Farms & Produce, we foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and dedication to delivering the best products to our customers. Join us and be part of a company that values your contributions and supports your growth. We offer competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Requirements

Position Summary:

Receive, store, and distribute merchandise, materials, equipment, and other items from stockroom, warehouse, or storage area to fill shelves, racks, tables, or customers' orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Stock produce or other merchandise
• Unload materials or equipment
• Inspect items for damage or defects
• Rotate product, first in, first out
• Check backroom stock daily and report to store Produce Manager the need to get all product out on the display floor and report happenings to your immediate supervisor
• Discuss goods or services information with customer, merchandising team, and/or sales team
• Attach identification information to products, items, or containers
• Inspect shipments to ensure correct order fulfillment
• Monitor inventories of products or materials
• Set up merchandise displays
• Remove debris or damaged produce items
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic understanding of or ability to quickly learn company product codes and terminology
• Thorough understanding of merchandising policies and procedures
• Good analytical skills and ability to make sound judgments relative to inventory
• Represent Alsum Companies to external customers with professionalism
• Self-motivated and able to function as part of a team
• Ability to utilize Human Resource Information System (HRIS) software
• Valid state motor vehicle license with acceptable motor vehicle record

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• The ability to move product with a pallet jack, or by cart
• Various repetitive movements
• Good manual dexterity to perform required duties
• Exposure to airborne particles or fumes
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times
• Must wear safety glasses and hearing protection in designated areas

Work Schedule:

• Monday - Saturday
• 6:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. (or until the day's work is completed)