Seasonal Merchandising Service Associate
Lowe's
Gonzales, LA, United States
Full TimeIn-OfficeEntry-LevelRetail Services
The Seasonal Merchandising Service Associate plays a crucial role in maintaining the appearance and functionality of the store by managing inventory, resetting displays, and ensuring a clean and organized shopping environment.
Responsibilities
- Provides SMART customer service at all times through the daily execution of Lowe's customer service policies, procedures and programs
- Builds relationships with vendors by providing direction and checking to ensure merchandise resets are completed according to Lowe’s specifications
- Collaborates with the Merchandising Service team and Manager by communicating project priorities, schedule, and project needs (e.g., materials, supplies, time)
- Analyzes metrics and provides feedback on project execution and in-store service to store, market, and corporate leaders
- Understands customers' needs and assists in locating, demonstrating, selecting, carrying, and/or loading merchandise
- Listens to and responds knowledgeably and promptly to customer and employee questions by taking them to areas of the store and walking them through projects when necessary
- Demonstrates sincere appreciation to customers
- Communicates information to customers regarding all stock, special order merchandise, feature benefits, application, and warranty information related to Lowe’s programs
Skills & Qualifications
- Customer service skills
- Ability to read planograms and plantograms
- Knowledge of merchandising standards
- Familiarity with power equipment operation (lifts, order pickers)
Experience
- 6 months of Lowe’s sales floor experience (preferred)
- 6 months of experience performing product merchandising tasks including reading planograms and plantograms, setting up and tearing down displays (preferred)
- 3 months of experience operating power equipment such as lifts, order pickers, and similar equipment (preferred)
Education
- High school diploma or GED
Benefits
- Paid Time Off: Around 10-15 days of combined time off for vacation, holidays, sick leave, and volunteer time depending on the position and tenure.
- Financial Well-Being: Competitive salary and bonus opportunities; access to ESPP with a 15% discount; 401(k) retirement account with a company match up to 4.25% if contributing 6%.
- Paid Parental Leave: Up to 10 weeks of paid maternity leave and 4 weeks of paid parental leave for full-time associates.
- Comprehensive Insurance: Affordable insurance plans, mental health care coverage, and Employee Assistance Programs.