Retail Inventory and Merchandising

WorkGenius is seeking a professional and polished Retail Activation Specialist to represent a leading brand. This role involves visiting various retail stores to ensure optimal product presence and merchandising. This is a temporary position, starting ASAP and lasting approximately three months. You will work around 20 hours per week, with the flexibility to set your own schedule, including weekends. The service area is Long Island, NY. You will be provided with a list of stores and have the autonomy to build your own weekly routes, typically servicing 10-15 accounts per day. Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with store retailers and key stakeholders.
• Ensure product availability and proper shelf placement, including cold boxes and displays.
• Maximize brand presence through in-store displays, signage, and Point of Sale (POS) materials.
• Maintain product freshness through proper rotation and compliance with brand standards.
• Submit daily updates and maintain accurate records using CRM tools (e.g., Repsly).
• Participate in meetings and provide feedback on retail execution and opportunities.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to clear an MVR.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, with a focus on in-store visits.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in various store environments (e.g., cold vaults, utilizing ladders).
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently.

Compensation for this role is $30 per hour, paid weekly by direct deposit on Fridays as a W2 employee.