Lighting Showroom Merchandiser
About Kendall Group
The Kendall Group seeks a talented, creative, self-motivated individual for our Lighting Showroom Merchandiser position. The Kendall Group is comprised of seven divisions with 75+ locations in eleven states. Combined, we serve Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fittings products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.
Why The Kendall Group?
Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say that more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.
Role Summary:
Reporting to the Showroom or Location Manager, The Lighting Showroom Merchandiser position will be responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining the showroom displays. Other responsibilities include processing returns and offering support to the sales staff and the warehouse as needed.
Exciting work you will do:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Lighting Showroom Merchandiser position may consist of some or all, and are not limited to, the following:
Assembling & Hanging displays and redesigning vignettes
Processing returns
Sales support (call vendors for lead times, will call pick-ups, backup for answering phones, etc.)
Warehouse backup
Maintain the cleanliness and order of the showrooms' floor
Merchandise new accessories
Repricing displays as required
Maintain quality service by adhering to Kendall Group policies, procedures, and standards
Other duties as assigned
Competencies you possess:
Service Excellence
Results, Action Oriented
Accountability and Responsibility
Teamwork and collaboration
Safety Conscious
What you'll need:
Work Experience: Entry Level
Education: High school diploma or GED
Analytics/Computer Skills: Ability to use standard office equipment, including but not limited to computerized bar code scanner, printer, and standard warehouse equipment/tools; strong computer skills; willingness to learn
Organization Skills: Excellent work ethic, good verbal, and communication skills; ability to work independently
Cross-functional skills: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and through the direction of a direct Manager
Communication Skills: Ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization; know when to request assistance when appropriate, especially when lifting heavy objects
Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
Ability to see/sit/stand/walk/talk and hear
Ability to lift/move/carry up to 50lbs
Ability to stand for 8 hours a day
Ability to climb stairs and step ladders, bend, stoop, crouch, and kneel
Physical Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to temperature conditions prevalent at the time; the noise level in the work environment is consistent with that of a warehouse
Qualifications we prefer but don't require:
Work Experience: Previous sales experience
The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
