Seasonal Merchandiser

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. We are looking for a Seasonal Merchandiser to join our Field Sales team.

Seasonal Merchandisers report directly to a Sales Manager and work within our big box retailers, such as Home Depot, Rona+, Rona and Reno Depot. As part of the day-to-day responsibilities, merchandisers execute merchandising directives and establish a positive rapport with store personnel and customers, and relay information to Scotts Sales team regarding inventory opportunities.

This is a contract position with a start date in March and an end date in June. There is, however, a high probability of extension into August/September.

Below are the types of hours you can expect per week: 20 - 24 hours.

Typical weekday shift is 7am - 3:30pm. Weekday shifts are flexible. Weekend shifts may be required (Saturday 10am-2pm) from mid March to end of May.

Key Work Performed:

• Merchandise Scotts products including restocking shelves, racks, and displays; cleaning and facing product; repairing or removing damaged items, etc.
• Drive in-store sales in conjunction with Scotts Sales Manager.
• Assemble fixtures and displays in-store.
• Install and maintain point of purchase materials.
• Provide recommendations and product knowledge to both consumers and retail customer associates.
• Provide consumer product education.

What you will need to be successful:

• Strong initiative, self-directed, reliable and able to work independently with little supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to routinely walk, stand, climb a step grip ladder up to 4m (12ft), handle some heavy lifting (implying bending, kneeling) and standing for extended periods of time.
• Comfortable working in/outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends.

A few other things we will expect from you:

• Live within 35 kilometers of location of Kanata, ON.
• Current valid Driver’s License, Driver’s Abstract, Criminal Record which meets company criteria.
• Must have access to a car during work hours or reliable transportation.
• Must have access to a computer, printing capabilities, smartphone.
• Must have Steel Toe boots/shoes (green patch).

To further understand what it is to be a Merchandiser for Scotts Canada, use this link to view:

View Merchandiser Role

This is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions and demands that an employee in this job may be asked to perform from time to time.

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Not interested in this role? Check out our other career opportunities and learn more about what it’s like to work at Scotts Miracle-Gro by accessing our Talent Network: SMG Talent Community.

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) is the world's largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products, with a full range of products for professional horticulture as well. Scotts Miracle-Gro has helped to grow the nearly $7 billion global consumer lawn and garden market through product innovation, industry-leading advertising efforts and its trusted brands.

The brands and products within our portfolio include: Scotts, Miracle-Gro, TomCat, Ortho, RoundUp, Bonnie Plants, Osmocote, Earthgro and Fafard.

Scotts is an EEO Employer.

Notification to Agencies: Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.