Retail Scan Associate; Columbus, GA

Overview

This is a permanent PART‑TIME role. Scan Scape Retail Scan Associates visit a designated selection of stores each week to scan all product barcodes on displays and in aisle locations, including aisle end caps throughout the store. The data collected is analyzed and used to improve the sales performance of the product and retailer.

Being a Retail Scan Associate offers an opportunity in retail, providing workplace independence and some flexibility in hours, with continuous physical activity throughout the shift.

Watch a short video that demonstrates a typical day in the life of a Retail Scan Associate.

• Competitive Compensation ($16/hr)
• Flexibility in working hours, tailored to accommodate both personal scheduling needs and client requirements
• Paid travel at your hourly rate (minus first & last 15 minutes)
• Paid sick time
• Eligibility for 401(k) with employer matching contributions
• Monetary referral program

Store Type |
Location |
Available Workdays

• Grocery – COLUMBUS, GA 31907 – Wednesday or Thursday
• Grocery – COLUMBUS, GA 31904 – Wednesday or Thursday
• Grocery – PHENIX CITY, AL 36867 – Wednesday or Thursday

We are hiring part‑time Retail Scan Associates to perform in‑store data collections at assigned local retailers every week for 52 weeks a year, including holiday weeks. Our store types include grocery, convenience, drug, pet, and mass merchandise stores, with major brand retailers such as Walmart, Kroger, Target, Albertsons, and other national chains, as well as small independent retailers.

Retail Scan Associates use a downloadable app on their mobile phone to scan barcodes throughout each store.

This position estimates anywhere from 5‑9 hours bi‑weekly, depending on store size and project requirements.

While scanning barcodes each week, you will be asked to provide the quantity of about 45% of the products you scan.

• Scan all product barcodes on displays and in all aisle locations, including aisle end caps.
• Complete display scanning for the entire store each week.
• Perform custom projects that require additional detail on products in main stocking locations, adding 30 minutes to 2 hours of work as requested.
• Deliver data to clients by set weekly deadlines.
• Report to store manager within the described deadline.
• Demonstrate dependability and quality‑driven action.

• At least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license.
• Reliable vehicle with minimum state auto insurance coverage.
• Ability to endure being on your feet for long periods, accessing products throughout the store.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, reach 6 feet in the air, and bend/stretch/stoop/stand.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements with hands, wrists, arms, and legs for prolonged periods.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Must be a deadline‑driven self‑starter.
• Must have access to reliable Wi‑Fi.
• Must be tech‑savvy.
• High school diploma or GED (preferred).

This role is subject to AI‑assisted screening. Circana uses artificial intelligence (AI) to assess resumes for alignment with job requirements by helping locate details in resumes that relate to the job description.

Final date to receive applications: 3/27/2026.

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