Travel Merchandiser - Buffalo, NY - Erie, PA

Travel Merchandiser

L&R is the largest distributor and the 6th largest purchaser of cosmetics in the United States. We now distribute over 40,000 items through 3 regional warehouse locations in Arkansas, New Jersey, and Nevada. We are looking for a part-time to full time representative to service retail stores such as Albertsons and Kroger in various locations within the West, Central, and East Coast regions of the country.

The Travel Merchandiser ensures products are properly stocked, organized, and displayed across assigned retail locations. The role will also support store resets by implementing new planograms, relocating products, setting shelves, and ensuring all displays meet company and retailer standards.

Territories Buffalo, NY | Erie, PA

Hours Variable/Dependent on business needs. (typically between 20 - 40 weekly)

Primary travel will be within the territories identified in the posting, must maintain flexibility to travel where business needs require within the broader neighboring regional market. Overnight travel and hotel stay (potentially up to 75%) by land and/or air. Store service hours are between 6 AM 5 PM with 8 PM as the drop-dead time with authorization. (Working Overnight hours included)

Compensation/Benefits Pay Rate $20.00 per hour Mileage/Toll reimbursement. Paid drive time included with hours worked. Part-time benefits include state sick time and 401K options. Opportunity to transition to full-time after 60 days if consistent 30+ hours are met weekly. Full time benefits when eligible include Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance. Referral Bonuses Program. Employee Recognition Program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Place orders for required inventory according to store ordering guidelines, utilizing a company-supplied tablet and scanner leveraging Repsly software.
• Service store routes according to the assigned call frequencies, working closely with the District Manager.
• Follow a specific store visit process inclusive of merchandising delivery from the previous order, filling out task forms, taking pictures, order to maintain stock levels and other projects as requested.
• Accurately implement planograms and schematics to reset cosmetic displays, fixtures, and sections according to provided planograms and instructions.
• Ensure all resets are completed according to L&R's standards and project timelines.
• Install and adjust shelving, hooks, and fixtures as needed to align with planogram specifications.
• Process customer returns associated with resets following L&R's returns & reclamation guidelines.
• Maintain knowledge of current sales, promotions, and policies regarding invoicing, exchanges, and returns.
• Maintain efficient communication with Store Associates upon each store visit.
• Verify merchandise shipments upon receipt and checked in by authorized store personnel.
• Provide consistent professional communication with Store Management and Store Associates.
• Clean and organize display cases and shelves.
• Conduct store surveys and audits per request, including but not limited to, taking photographs of assigned departments to solve store issues.
• Service additional stores upon business needs and necessities.

Required Experience

• Previous merchandising or retail experience.
• Familiarity with resets, planograms and store footage is a plus.
• Retail sales and inventory control knowledge are a plus.
• Ability to safely use a ladder or step stool to access higher fixtures, signage, and products on elevated shelves.
• Ability to conduct physical work, frequently lifting up to 50lbs.
• Proficient with tablets and smartphones.
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Registered Vehicle
• Valid Driver's License, Real ID or Passport Required
• Car Insurance
• Motor Vehicle Report - 3 or fewer moving violations within the last 36 months (3 years)