JOB TITLE:      Merchandise Team Member

REPORTS TO: Merchandise Team Manager, Family Drug Regional Manager

SUMMARY

The Merchandise Team Member plays a critical role in Family Drug Store remodels, acquisitions and set up of new store locations.  In addition, support may be provided to Lewis Drug Stores with seasonal resets or special projects.  The Merchandise Team Member is responsible for projecting the proper visual image and product placement for our guests.  This requires hands-on involvement in seasonal setups, planogram setups and changes. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position will require extensive day time travel in a company vehicle to meet the needs of all Lewis Family Drug Stores to ensure timely and consistent attention and resources are devoted to each store.  Overnight travel will be required approximately 10% of the time.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with all levels of employees with professionalism. 
• Must have high level of initiative and ability to follow instruction – whether verbal or written.
• Ability to work well with others as well as independently.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential, as specific timelines for travel and work performed must be satisfied
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required

EMPLOYEE ROLE EXPECTATIONS

• Support the merchandising plan and directives from the corporate office team
• Build a strong relationship with all merchandising team members, store associates and category buyers to effectively and efficiently display merchandise at the store level
• Implement new planograms, maintain or update existing planograms
• Ensure shelf tags are current and in good condition
• Place the product on the shelves or pegs according to the planogram
• Make sure all shelves are clean, straight and pegs are even
• Use cross merchandising techniques and visual aids to enhance the appearance of planograms
• Maintain endcaps
• Create floor or special displays
• Make sure the display has a sign or signs as needed
• Special Lewis/vendor displays can be created in the aisles
• Easy shopping and access for all guests must be maintained at all times

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Retail and/or merchandising experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to safely lift up to twenty pounds frequently and up to fifty pounds periodically  
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend and stoop safely to assemble shelving and place products properly within determined planogram