Merchandiser at Midwest Petroleum Company – Ballwin, Missouri

Job Title: Merchandiser
Job Title: Merchandiser
Pay: $19-$22 per hour
FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Marketing Director

Company Summary: Midwest Petroleum is a retail petroleum and convenience store chain based in St. Louis, Mo. We began operating in 1946, and since 2002, the St. Louis Business Journal has recognized us as one of the top 150 privately owned businesses in St. Louis. Midwest Petroleum operates 60 stores within a 150-mile radius that employs approximately 600 employees. Midwest Petroleum markets fuel through the ZX, Conoco, and Phillips 66 brands.

Primary Purpose of Job: Ensure that Midwest Petroleum Company stations are upholding company standards and following the policies and procedures put in place by the management team. This is done by visiting all the Midwest Petroleum locations to evaluate the product placement, signage, etc. This team member also helps reset merchandise in the store under the direction of the Marketing Director.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Evening and weekend assignments can be required with proper notice.
Merchandising which includes building displays, creating signage.
Provide photos of evaluations to show others what you are seeing at the stores.
Help reorganize merchandise locations during product/category resets.
Perform special assignments from the Marketing Director
Assist the Pricebook team as needed.
Work with vendors to uphold and maintain retail contracts, displays, and general compliance.
Maintain an inventory of storage items and different display pieces.
Report any issues found at the store level to the correct department.
Handle any other work that can be assigned at the supervisor's discretion.

Education/Experience Qualifications
High school Diploma or equivalent
Convenience store experience is preferred

General Skill Requirements In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements:
Adaptability — Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled overtime, unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions. Attendance and Punctuality — Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Communications — Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; and in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Cooperation — Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts.
Job Knowledge — Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively.
Judgment — displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in the decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
Problem solving — Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations.
Quality — Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals. Concentration — Maintains attention to detail over an extended period, continually aware of variations in changing situations.

Physical Requirements: This position is performed in a fast-paced environment, with frequent exposure to general office equipment, beverage equipment, coolers, and any other site-specific equipment/factors. You could also encounter exposure to hazardous materials and loud noises. This job requires the ability to walk, stand, bend, and reach regularly. Must be able to frequently be required to lift, push, or pull weight of at least 5 to 75 pounds. Ability to work in different Midwest Petroleum Stations. Reasonable accommodation may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job.