Merchandiser, Retail

Our Garden Group, providing sales support and logistics for proprietary and recognized consumer brands, is searching for a full‑time Merchandiser in Albany, NY. This position includes stocking and arranging product displays—grass seed, chemicals, and clay pottery—in home‑improvement centers such as Lowe’s, Home Depot, and Walmart.

• Downstock and maintain set integrity for Central Garden’s grass seed, chemicals, bird feed, fertilizer, and clay pottery.
• Set and maintain shelves according to retailer‑mandated planograms/modulars.
• Install and maintain off‑shelf display opportunities for Central Garden products.
• Weekend consumer interaction during peak season (training provided).

• Previous merchandising experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with store management and consumers.
• Strong reading skills to understand packaging labels and re‑tagging projects.
• Must be able to bend, pull, and lift 50 lbs consistently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to climb ladders, use a pallet jack, and hand‑powered tools.
• Must have a valid driver’s license in the state of residence, good driving record, reliable transportation, and proof of current personal car insurance.
• Must have daily access to internet/email.
• Must have a personal smartphone with Android 13.0+ or iOS 15.0+ for daily communications with supervisor.
• Responsible, reliable, and dependable work habits.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safety.

• Retail store environment—garden center and throughout the retail store.
• Work week:
  Monday–Friday, with some weekends (primarily Saturday).
• Daily travel throughout the territory may require driving time (personal car).
• Office:
  Remote.

• This position pays $16.00–$19.00 per hour based on experience.
• Reimbursement of potential cell phone expenses and mileage/travel expenses at a rate of $2.00 per diem/per hour worked.
• You will also receive $10.00 per month to cover the expense of your data plan as you will be utilizing company apps on your personal phone.
• Benefits for full‑time positions include paid time off (vacation, sick time, holidays) and other benefits which can be found tral Benefits.org.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Free Life and Disability Insurance.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) with 3% company match and annual profit‑sharing bonus.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more.
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional).
• Referral Program with cash bonus.
• Access to on‑demand pay.
• Paid parental leave.

Company Overview Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) understands that home is central to life and has nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger.

Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high‑quality brands and is based in Walnut Creek, California. Visit  to learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Central is an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Marketing and Sales

• Manufacturing