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Merchandiser

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Markham
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable; have cash handling skills; work independently; lift 50 lbs; climb ladders; and be available for flexible shifts, including nights and weekends.
  • You will manage product inventory, organize the backroom, ensure compliance with standards, assist customers, and support store management while maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Requirements

  • Planning, Judgement and Decision Making
  • Efficiency, organization and neatness
  • Copes with changing situations on the sales floor
  • Cash responsibilities (if applicable) require accuracy and efficiency in processing the customer order
  • Some computer and cash register skills
  • Well organized with ability to record keep
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to work independently
  • Self-motivated
  • Ability to work flexible shifts which may include nights and weekends
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to climb ladder

Responsibilities

  • Organize backroom product and follow Backroom Inventory Management (BIMI) processes
  • Uses PDT and MMS Systems to perform daily tasks
  • As directed, manage Exit Strategy and Product Return
  • Expert in assigned areas of product inventory, product placement and expiry dates
  • Maintains Store Standard pertaining to image and trends in store
  • Ensures product displays are consumer focused and “shoppable”
  • Receives merchandise in accordance with the receiving policies and procedures
  • Maintains a neat and organized backroom according to principles of backroom organization
  • Ensures proper documentation is completed with respect to the receiving and return of goods
  • Supports Front Store Manager/Assistant Front Store Manager in maintaining the quality and standards
  • Clean image to the customers in accordance with uniform policy and dress code
  • Takes initiative to acknowledge and assist customers in the aisles
  • Complies with all health and safety regulations
  • Complies with all Store Standards
  • Complies with loss prevention policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as required

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Merchandiser?

The primary responsibilities of a Merchandiser include organizing backroom product, managing inventory, receiving merchandise, ensuring customer service, and complying with health and safety regulations.

Is experience required to apply for this Merchandiser position?

Some experience with computer and cash register skills is preferred, along with being well-organized and detail-oriented.

What qualifications are necessary for this role?

Candidates should possess skills in planning, judgment, decision-making, efficiency, organization, and should be capable of adapting to changing situations on the sales floor.

Are there any physical requirements for the Merchandiser position?

Yes, candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and climb a ladder as part of their physical requirements.

Are flexible shifts required for this position?

Yes, the role requires the ability to work flexible shifts, which may include nights and weekends.

What kind of training or development opportunities does Shoppers Drug Mart provide?

Shoppers Drug Mart offers online learning through their Academy, allowing employees to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Is there any support for employees with disabilities?

Yes, accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.

Will I be working for a local business owner?

Yes, each store has an Associate-Owner, so you will work for a local business owner while being supported by a national brand.

Are there employee discounts available?

Yes, employees benefit from a purchase discount program as part of their employment.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?

Shoppers Drug Mart recognizes Canada's diversity as an opportunity to better serve communities and strives to reflect this diversity in its products, hiring practices, and store culture.

Helping millions of Canadians Live Life Well.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Shoppers Drug Mart Corporation is a licensor of full-service retail drug stores operating under the name Shoppers Drug Mart® (Pharmaprix® in Québec). Founded in 1962 by Toronto pharmacist Murray Koffler, we have grown to a national network of more than 1,300 Shoppers Drug Mart/Pharmaprix stores across Canada.