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Job Description: Field Project Associate (Field Merchandiser)
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***This person will support our stores in North Andover, Middleton, Gloucester, Rockport, Concord, Fitchburg, Dover, NH, Concord, NH***
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Field Project Associate
Position Summary
The Field Project Associate supports store operations by helping keep projects organized and running smoothly. This role works in the field and reports to the Project Manager, acting as a link between store teams, Operations, and Procurement.
The primary focus of this position is to support assigned stores with merchandising and basic operational tasks. The Field Project Associate will travel between stores in their territory to complete tasks and small projects and may occasionally travel to other Rocky’s Ace Hardware locations. This role will also assist with store remodels as directed by the Project Manager.
Essential Duties
- Follow and demonstrate Rocky’s Core Values
- Execute planogram and category updates in assigned stores (typically twice per year)
- Support stores in maintaining merchandising and operational standards
- Identify merchandising issues and communicate findings to the Project Manager
- Build positive working relationships with store teams and support center partners
- Assist with seasonal merchandising changes
- Serve as a point of contact for stores regarding planogram and category changes
- Help assemble products such as grills, outdoor power equipment, and wheelbarrows
- Maintain Carhartt Shop standards in select stores
- Provide weekly updates and work plans to the Project Manager
- Assist with store remodels as part of the remodel team
- Complete other duties as needed to support the business
Qualifications
- 2–5 years of retail experience
- 1–2 years of merchandising experience preferred
- Experience using retail technology (POS systems, computers, mobile devices)
- Basic experience reading and executing planograms
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Comfortable traveling regularly between assigned stores
- Reliable transportation required
- Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods
- Ability to lift 25 lbs. or more on a regular basis
- Strong honesty, integrity, and work ethic
- Ability to stay focused and manage multiple tasks
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree or equivalent preferred OR a combination of relevant education and work experience that provides the required skills.
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