Merchandiser - Pet Retail; Part-time

Central Pet Distribution is hiring part‑time merchandisers (1‑2 days per week, average 10 hours per week). Weekends and evenings off.

Do you love pets and enjoy working independently? Our growing company is seeking experienced merchandisers to visit and service our retail accounts. Our Pet Distribution team works together to supply our customers with the nation’s top brands of pet supplies. With a set schedule and weekly route in a designated geographical area, our merchandisers do an outstanding job getting our products onto store shelves.

If you are customer service oriented, organized, dependable, and have great time management skills this may be the job for you!

Lynchburg, VA area

Part‑time – 1‑2 days per week (10 hours per week)

• Receive, unpack, and scan inbound inventory for retail locations via RF unit. Merchandise product onto store shelves according to schematics.
• Place replenishment orders for designated products.
• Count, pack, and arrange for the pickup/delivery of returned goods.
• Develop relationships with back‑door receivers.
• Work closely with store sales staff regarding shelf maintenance and merchandising standards.
• Construct and assemble displays, and display components according to specifications. Change and rotate interior display areas and signage to reflect promotional changes.
• Consistently monitor e‑mail and voicemail for communication requests and information from the business unit.
• Practice exceptional safety measures when driving.
• Display excellent customer service while interacting with store managers and employees.

• Previous merchandising experience.
• Strong communication skills to interact with store personnel and consumers.
• Ability to use box cutters, bar‑coding scanners, push carts and dollies safely.
• Must have a smartphone.
• Must have a computer or access to a computer.
• Ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail.
• Responsible, reliable and dependable work habits.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and proof of insurance.
• Ability to bend, pull, and lift up to 30 lbs. consistently throughout the normal work day.
• Ability to bend, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally throughout the normal work day.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safety.

• Work is conducted at retail grocery stores in loading/unloading areas and on the sales floor.
• Driving to/from and between retail locations is done in a personal vehicle.
• Remote

• This position pays $17.00 per hour.
• Mileage is paid at $0.56 per mile as reimbursement for expenses incurred while driving a personal vehicle.
• You will receive $25.00 per month to cover the expense of your phone and data plan as you will be utilizing company apps on your personal phone.

• Paid mileage.
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement.
• 401(k) with 3% company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to thousands of free online courses.
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Referral program with cash bonus.
• On‑demand pay.

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries.

We are 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.