Field Merchandising Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Field Merchandising Specialist

Columbus Ohio Area

This Role will require planned daily travel with Company Vehicle.

As a Field Merchandising Specialist, you play a critical role on our Field Operations team. In this Role, you are responsible for working with our major Retail partners facilitating employee and customer trainings, executing new store planogram sets and current store resets, weekly merchandising updates and providing best in class customer service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with assigned Retail locations updating planograms, completing instore projects and servicing Vendor lines we represent.
• Communicate and collaborate with managers and employees in assigned retail locations, building strong relationships, troubleshooting issues and keeping the team informed on project progress.
• Prepare and facilitate store employee product knowledge training seminars, store sales promotions, department meetings, in-store demos and contractor events.
• Partner with the Field Operations Team to coordinate, plan and execute major store resets and grand openings.
• Engage customers by answering questions, serving as a subject matter expert on our brands and products, and delivering top-tier customer service.
• Complete projects updates with a high level of accuracy and detail and report on store visits using Salesforce.
• Collaborate with fellow Field Merchandising Specialists, sharing knowledge and best practices to help the team grow.
• All other duties, tasks and projects assigned by leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

• HS Diploma/GED and in-store Retail and Merchandising experience required.
• This role requires 90% travel within the assigned territory, including daily store visits and overnight stays as needed. A Company Vehicle is provided for travel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on best-in-class customer service and building retail and vendor partnerships.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, time management, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to work independently, managing tasks and priorities efficiently.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

BENEFITS 

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Plans:  

• Front Row contributes 75% to employee health premiums and 50% to dependent premiums. 

401(k) Retirement Plan:  

• Enjoy the benefits of a 401(k)-retirement plan with 3% company matching contribution and vesting after 1 year. 

Frontloaded Sick & Safe Time and PTO:  

• Each year Paid Time Off and Employee Sick and Safe Time is frontloaded so you can plan for a healthy work-life balance. 

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts:  

• Access to health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) for managing healthcare expenses efficiently. 

Employer-Paid STD and LTD:  

• Employer-paid short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) coverage for financial security in case of unforeseen circumstances. 

ABOUT FRONT ROW

Join Front Row, where inspiring leaders empower our team, recognizing their vital role in our success. We embrace innovation, tackle challenges together, and celebrate every achievement. With a strong focus on career growth, we provide the resources and guidance to help you excel. Committed to diversity and inclusivity, we value unique perspectives and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. At Front Row, everyone has the opportunity to thrive.