Merchandising Specialist

Role Summary Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. is currently looking to hire a Merchandising Specialist for our Austell, GA location. This role plays a key part in bringing our merchandising strategies to life—both in-office and in the field. You’ll help plan new stores, travel to support new store setups and remodels, and support back-end administrative processes such as ordering and billing to ensure that our retail partners are set up for success. We’re looking for a career-minded professional with a stable work history who is highly self-motivated and able to work independently. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and confident managing multiple projects while coordinating effectively with sales teams, retailers, and vendor partners. Solid Microsoft Office skills are required, with particular emphasis on Excel. If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity where you can take ownership of your work, manage projects independently, and contribute to the success of our retail partners, the Merchandising Specialist position may be a great fit. Key Responsibilities Create price quotations and place orders for store fixtures and accessories. Travel and participate in new store setups. Assemble and install store fixtures. Build displays and product sections using established planogram data and accepted merchandising techniques. Coordinate and communicate logistics information to sales and dealers for retail merchandising programs. Gather and review data for use in dealer point-of-sale (POS) software. Work with merchandising vendors to coordinate project activities. Travel and participate in trade show activities. Other duties as assigned by the Manager, Customer Merchandising. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Microsoft Office experience. Five years of retail merchandising, store design, or inventory management experience. At least 21 years old. Valid driver’s license. Ability to travel up to 50% (car or aircraft). Preferred Qualifications College degree. Experience with CAD (drafting) and/or computerized planogramming software. Knowledge of ADA regulations regarding store design (US). Bilingual English/Spanish. Essential Physical Demands / Work Environment 50% of work is sedentary; must be able to sit for extended periods and use a computer, keyboard, and mouse frequently. Stand-up desks are available. Travel required, including overnight stays. Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA Options Wellness Benefits: Access to HINGE Health, Employee Assistance Program, and more Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, Company-paid Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, Short-term Disability Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays Education Support: Tuition Assistance and Scholarships for Dependents Employee Referral Bonus Program Employee Purchase Discounts Professional Opportunities: Ongoing training, internal growth, and leadership development #J-18808-Ljbffr Keystone Automotive Operations