Retail Merchandising Specialist

Overview

Retail Merchandising Specialist position offering weekly pay, paid training, diverse assignments, and opportunities to work independently. We welcome candidates with or without prior experience in general retail, grocery, home improvement, tech support, cosmetics, or installation. Training is provided to equip you with necessary skills.

• Travel to assigned retail stores to conduct visits within your territory
• Audit, maintain, and install consumer electronics displays and products (TVs, tablets, headphones, speakers, printers, phones)
• Occasionally partner with team members to complete 2–3 person projects such as appliance or TV installs
• Build and maintain positive in-store relationships
• Complete assignments as directed by your BDS Manager
• Ensure reporting is completed on time from your personal mobile device
• Schedule and complete work per BDS Standards and Expectations (onboarding)
• Receive materials at home or pick up at Fed Ex and take to retail locations as requested
• Other tasks as requested by management

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Previous merchandising, customer service, and/or retail experience preferred

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to collaborate with BDS and in-store personnel
• Technology: proficient with Android or iOS smartphone/tablet with GPS, to upload photos, report data, and reference documents
• Must own a basic toolkit (BDS provides toolkit cost reimbursement after successful completion of probation)
• A basic toolkit includes: screwdriver set, torx bits, hammer, cordless drill, allen wrench, box cutter, rubber mallet, socket set, needle nose pliers, wire cutters, crescent wrench, putty knife, microfiber cloth, and Goo Gone
• Able to complete paid BDS online training courses within the required timeline
• Must be 18 years or older and legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must meet all pre-employment requirements, including a background check and MVR

• Flexible availability Monday – Friday, early morning to midday, with occasional weekend hours
• Minimum 20 hours per week
• Ability to drive for the company with reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to travel within a designated market up to a 60-mile radius (drive time and mileage reimbursed)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Duties may include:

• Regularly stand, walk, bend, reach overhead, crouch, kneel, balance, grasp, push or pull, talk or hear, and drive
• Regularly lift and carry 40+ pounds
• Climb a ladder more than 10 feet tall
• Complete/pass certification to use moving equipment if required by business needs
• Occasionally travel by flight or other transportation

We will consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with state and local laws. We are an equal opportunity employer. BDS is an at-will employer.