Live Goods Merchandiser

National Garden Service, founded in 2019, is a full-service, live goods merchandising company that provides exclusive outdoor floral services for The Kroger Company (and subsidiaries) nationwide. Our company is made up of enthusiastic plant lovers who thrive in a fast paced, seasonally driven environment. We provide competitive compensation and a fun and supportive environment in which to work!

Our Focus: “Excellence in Merchandising, Excellence in Care – Quality Plants Cared For by Quality Professionals”

We are seeking candidates that are okay with a fluctuating start date and hours throughout the year.

Our Live Goods Merchandiser role is a good fit for those who are self-starting, plant and outdoor enthusiasts, who are available to begin work in the morning. We service the stores daily and are in the stores Monday-Saturday during high season.

Our Live Goods Merchandiser role often pairs nicely alongside other merchandising and GIG income streams! If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply with us!

This position will service the following Kroger location(s)

• Kroger store #982 @ 2399 Bloomington St, 61364
• more hours available in ottawa, IL if seeking more hours

As a Live Goods Merchandiser, your workday will include:

• Receive and stage a variety of outdoor plants, including Annuals, Perennials, Tropicals, Vegetables, Mums, Christmas trees/wreaths and other assorted, seasonal products
• Build and maintain product displays
• Water all plant materials (spring-fall)
• Develop a watering plan with the floral department manager for additional support as needed (spring-fall)
• Keep product neatly organized
• Ensure proper signage is in place
• Maintain a safe and clean display area
• Remove and record expired plant material
• Interacting with store personnel and customers
• Develop a positive working relationship with store management and associates
• Complete report for each store serviced
• Document every visit using the Repsly app where available

As a Live Goods Merchandiser, you will be required to:

• Have a smart phone
• Have dependable transportation
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Lift, push and carry up to 30 lbs repetitively
• Understand and execute planograms
• Work outdoors in all elements

Our ideal candidates will demonstrate the following:

• Strong communication skills
• Highly organized
• Detail Oriented
• Creative
• Responsible, reliable and dependable work habits
• Self-starter / Self-motivated
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Previous merchandiser experience appreciated – will train strong candidates

To find out more about National Garden Service, please visit our website www.nationalgardenservice.com.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training

Payment frequency:

• Paid biweekly

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Up to 25% travel

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Streator, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $16