Hallmark Field Merchandiser (part-time) - Franklin Park, IL 60131

Hallmark Field Merchandiser

Join Hallmark as a part time Field Merchandiser! In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate on new store installations, remodels, and seasonal resetsremoving product, assembling fixtures, and creating eye-catching displays. You'll also work independently to maintain inventory and optimize product placement in assigned stores. This position requires strong organization, time management, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Physical tasks such as lifting and assembling fixtures are part of the job. Schedules are provided in advance, and occasional travel will be required. Be the face of Hallmark and help bring our products to life in retail spaces!

Your starting pay will be $15.00 to $15.10 depending on your skills and experience. Eligible Employees receive annual pay increases. This is a Part-Time position with a variable schedule during the work week. Average weekly hours for this position are between 6 - 11 hours per week. Availability the week before and after major holidays, which may include weekends is required.

Your role and responsibilities will include :

• Day-to-day engagement : Utilizing a mobile device provided by Hallmark, you'll restock, organize, and monitor the inventory of Hallmark products within and outside the Hallmark department. The use of technology is critical in this role, for the day-to-day work as well as communication with your supervisor, reporting time, providing feedback, and answering surveys for required merchandising activities. Professional and courteous interaction with store employees, management, and customers is also vital for success in this role. You are responsible for the entire Hallmark product display at your assigned stores.
• Holiday support : Hallmark's operations revolve around seasonal demand. Leading up to and following holidays such as Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, you can expect additional days and extended hours during the work week. On occasions like Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and Father's Day, you may be required to work on the actual holiday itself, which may include the weekend.
• Department Resets : At times, you may be part of a team responsible for installations and various tasks like building and installing Hallmark fixtures, relocating card departments and products, as well as resetting card sections. Typically, you will be notified two weeks in advance for remodel assignments. This could include evenings or weekend.
• One Team Vision : As part of Hallmark's field organization, you are part of a network of merchandisers professionals that often times will support other team members as needed in their territories.

Physical requirements :

This is a physically demanding job that requires a high level of energy and a sense of urgency. You will be working on the selling floor as well as in back stockrooms. You must be able to consistently push, pull, lift, and carry cartons, merchandise, and display fixtures up to 30 pounds throughout the workday and up to 50 pounds on occasion. You will also be required to kneel, squat, walk, and stand throughout your workday, and you may be required to climb stairs and step ladders.

Basic qualifications :

Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.