Merchandising Assistant

Position Summary - Merchandising Assistant- Full or Part time

The primary responsibilities of a Merchandising Assistant at Turner Home is to maintain outstanding customer experience and service to each customer through keeping the sales floor, clean, organized, shoppable and stocked. They are also responsible for keeping the backstock organized, getting it to the floor when there is room and having a knowledge of what is kept in backstock. The Merchandising Assistant will promote our products and brands during every guest encounter and contribute to both the customer experience and increased sales.

Company Summary - Turner Home

Turner Home has developed from a small neighborhood store to a 100,000 square foot home and garden center serving the finest products in indoor and outdoor living to all of northeast Florida. We are committed to meeting the specific needs of our guests by offering a diverse selection of unique and high-quality items showcased in a beautiful showroom.

Major Responsibilities

• Keep sales floor stocked, clean and shoppable for décor, silks, candles, holiday, pictures and artwork, and other categories as identified by management/ownership
• Maintain a clean and organized backstock area for designated categories
• Assist with pricing and price changes for designated categories
• Help identify and research inventory discrepancies
• Flag when product/backstock is getting low and a re-order may be needed
• Help get new and incoming merchandise to the sales floor according to company standards.
• Work collaboratively on floor sets, seasonal set ups, and replenishment of inventory as directed by management/ownership including but not limited to décor, silks, candles, holiday, pictures and artwork.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Minimum Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in retail merchandising or relevant area.
• Experience in a retail environment
• A commitment to service, excellence and customer satisfaction
• Ability to communicate with associates and customers
• Solid team player with excellent interpersonal skills with a strong willingness to learn
• Knowledge of retail computer systems, electronic cash registers, MS Word, and Excel a plus

Physical Requirements

The minimum physical requirements for this position include:

• Ability to stand for an extended period of time
• Move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store, which entails lifting 50+ lbs

Job responsibilities may change based on the needs of the business.

Full Time Benefits Include

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance available
• 401K, paid time off, and holiday pay
• Employee discount program

Company Introduction

As your local Ace Hardware, our store is a member of the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the industry. Ace Hardware began as a small chain of stores in 1924 and has grown to include more than 4,600 stores in 50 states and more than 70 countries. As part of a cooperative, every Ace Hardware store is independently owned. From neighborhood hardware stores to lumberyards to super-size home centers, each Ace Hardware is unique and tailored to meet the needs of its local community. We are all committed to being the Helpful Place by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products.