Retail Merchandising Specialist

Full Time Retail Merchandising Specialist

Earn weekly pay at BDS!

The purpose of the Elite Retail Merchandising Specialist is to be a full‑time dedicated BDS Rep conducting break‑fix, installation, and ad‑hoc maintenance work, in addition to general merchandising tactics. Responsibilities include installing/ building displays, end caps, fixturing, and maintenance of those displays, PLANOGRAM reset, conducting break‑fix repairs, and in‑market training for other area representatives.

• Dedicated BDS Field Manager
• Paid training conducted virtually, online and in‑store
• Instructional videos available through a user‑friendly app, guiding you through each step
• Virtual call center for live support

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay and early wage access – get paid when you need it
• Health and wellness benefits plans
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid training both online and in‑store
• Paid drive time and mileage between store locations
• Monthly phone reimbursement
• Reimbursed toolkit
• Employee discounts
• Referral bonus
• Tax savings with flexible spending accounts for parking, transit, dependent, and healthcare costs
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees

• Install and/or build displays, fixturing, and endcaps, including the setup of security, cabling, wiring, monitors/media players, and audio connectivity
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues necessary to ensure displays are fully functional and meet maintenance requirements
• Lead teams on multi‑rep projects, which may involve full 8‑hour days and travel into the market (up to 120 miles)
• Meet ad‑hoc maintenance requirements, including: store service within 48‑72 hours; independently troubleshoot and enable a fully functional display given necessary parts; report the status of each store visit accurately
• Perform general merchandising functions such as resetting PLANOGRAMs, POP, and pricing/fact tags
• Build in‑store relationships
• Participate actively in weekly conference calls
• Complete administrative tasks: scheduling reports within 24 hours of program launch, entering data/reports same day, reporting visits by project end date
• Complete certification to conduct one‑on‑one training for other BDS market reps as necessary regarding break‑fix and merchandising work
• Complete/pass certification (online and in‑store) in Best Buy to use machines such as Big Joe/Little Joe and possibly fork‑lifts
• Perform other tasks as requested by management

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in building displays, fixturing, and monitor cabling/connectivity
• Experience using tools required to maintain displays
• Experience in troubleshooting and fixing display issues (light fixtures, malfunctioning buttons, computer/tablet/Smartphone demo‑related issues, software reboots, electronic component connectivity, etc.)

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Ability to independently manage an account base
• Able to read schematics and connect components accurately
• Professional demeanor at all times
• Proficiency using a personal smartphone/tablet with GPS for uploading photos, reporting assignment data, referencing documents while in‑store, and scheduling visits
• Reliable transport, valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance to drive on behalf of the company
• Commitment to complete the market area’s minimum weekly or special project hours requested
• Basic toolkit that includes a multi‑screwdriver, torx security bit set, hammer, cordless drill, allen wrench, box cutter, rubber mallet, socket set, needle‑nose pliers, precision wire cutters, crescent wrench, easy‑off, putty knife, microfiber cleaning cloth, and Goo‑Gone

• Travel up to 120 miles with paid drive time and mileage per company policy
• Available to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with 45‑50+ hours per week possible based on business needs;
  Monday through Friday (starting at 8 am), with occasional weekend work
• Any hours exceeding 40 in a workweek will be communicated in advance by leadership, to the extent possible; all hours and shifts comply…