JOB DESCRIPTION
This associate participates in our objective to improve and standardize our merchandising presentation throughout our stores. This position is based in the Kent store located at 85 Consumers Drive, Saint John. This is a great opportunity to learn about merchandising and gain product knowledge. Career steps could be to move into a role in store planning, purchasing, or project management
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with merchants, vendors, and other stakeholders to create planograms (merchandising layouts) for our home improvement assortments.
• Create planogram documents - using planogram and other reporting software - to support roll-out to stores.
• Merchandising sample bay in planogram Test Centre.
• Maintain general awareness of merchandising practices of major competitors.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Enjoy merchandising and have some merchandising experience.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work with detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to learn how to use planogram software.
• Ability to collaborate with other teams within organization.
ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.