Retail Store Layout Associate

Retail Store Layout Associate

Starting Wage:  $17-$19/hr

Perks of Working with WIS

• Competitive pay paid training!
• Referral bonuses: Get paid for referring family and friends!
• Career Growth: WIS is committed to creating opportunities for those who aspire for more!
• Employee-paid health insurance available at competitive group rates.
• Paid drive time between stores and mileage reimbursement.
• Diverse and inclusive employer committed to your success.

WIS Merchandising Associate Responsibilities

• Responsible for completing assigned work efficiently, while maintaining a high standard of quality and consistency with a goal to exceed customer expectations.
• Map store settings using proprietary company software and resources with a high degree of accuracy and integrity.
• Collect special planning and mapping data within store environments, per specific customer needs as outlined in procedures for the projects.
• Follow customer specific processes for all projects, to ensure we deliver on our service requirement; communicate misses quickly and with integrity.
• Engage with local store leadership prior to arrival, preferably the day before whenever possible, in order introduce themselves and build strong relationships.
• Manages multiple priorities and ensures completion of all commitments in a timely and productive manner.
• Identify and communicate challenges upward with leadership, in order to update processes, procedures, reduce rework needs and help our customers find a better way.
• Maintains professionalism and positive relationships with customers, employees, and internal partners alike, always enhancing our reputation in the marketplace.
• Operate in an independent manner, with little to no direct supervision, while delivering exceptional results and performance
• Trains and develops employees assigned to mapping, including new SLS Associates, as needed, to ensure a robust team ready to execute the needs of our business.

Team Requirements 

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of experience and education
• A minimum of one (1) year of retail/store layout experience
• Proven ability to work independently and meet commitments in a timely efficient manner, with little do no direct supervision.
• Strong communication skills with a high attention to detail and problem solving.
• Effective customer relations and service skills meant to deliver exceptional service and the ability to act quickly to solve concerns or challenges as they arise.
• A valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and/or meeting the Fleet driver requirements may be required depending on Division needs.
• Must be willing to submit to a pre-employment investigative consumer report, pre-employment drug screening and/or MVR check.
• Experience with Spatial Planning or CAD programs (Preferred)

Working Conditions

This position requires frequent travel via automobile and plane, with frequent overnight stays.  This position requires the ability to use both hands and wrists for repetitive motions; the ability to be in low-level positions, such as squatting, kneeling, or crouching; the ability to frequently use a ladder.  Must have the ability to adapt to changing working conditions, such as standing and sitting for long periods of time, as well as frequent walking. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Please note that this Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), WIS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to effectively perform the essential functions of the job.

For more information on WIS, visit our website at www.wisintl.com

WIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer,

committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.