Merchandising Specialist Opportunity – For Major CPG Client About the Position We are currently looking for an independent contractor who is a detail-orientated Merchandiser to work at a retail location, for 20 hours per week on weekdays! About You Don't like the idea of sitting at a desk all day? Need to be out in the field meeting new people? Come join our dynamic team and be part of a national sales and merchandising team. Flexibility, variety, competitive compensation, and independence is what we have to offer with one of our Top Tier CPG clients! About Our Culture Goodness is at the heart of everything we do. We are an enduring market leader in quality and innovation. We deliver on our promises to our clients and each other, and we do it with passion, innovation and a commitment to excellence. Every single day we live our values of integrity, respect, empowerment, commitment, fun, flexibility and fiscal responsibility while putting our valued clients at the center of every decision we make. About You You are an experienced professional who has a strong work Ethic, can work independently and has an eye for details. You are well organized, enjoy fast paced work environment and love building strong business relationships. If you have experience and enjoy working in a food store this is an advantage. You must have a smartphone and access to the internet. Responsibilities • Performing merchandising tasks at one retail store • Maintain sections including proper rotation, restocking and ensuring distribution of all products • Addressing any out of stock issues • Securing additional/incremental off shelf displays • Cleaning our sections: Ensure that equipment always meets food safety requirements. This will include sanitizing specific equipment on which food products are shelved, dusting display fixtures, and in general, ensuring that the food products we are selling are well presented to shoppers • Replacing and/or repairing fixtures as required and placement of POP materials including shelf tags and signage • Placing product orders and working with supplier to ensure the order is placed. • Promoting special buying opportunities, displays and new products. • Perform any necessary POG changes as well as making recommendations with department on adjustments to maximize sales. • Building and maintaining strong relationships with department personnel and store management. • Submit daily required visit reports / call reports. Qualifications and Requirements - Your home location is preferably located within 5 KM of our retail store (by car preferred or public transport) - Ability to lift up to 35-45lbs - Previous merchandising experience is an asset - Have a smartphone and access to the internet #BMI2