About Blackhawk Network: Interested in working in the gift card industry? We are hiring experienced Merchandisers to work for Blackhawk Network, one of the Worlds Largest Gift Card Companies!Blackhawk Network is one of worlds largest gift card and payments company. We represent all major brands and service their gift cards. We have merchandising territories throughout North America with the sole focus of ensuring our gift card fixtures are full, in-stock, and in plan-o-gram order.We have consistent work throughout the year, servicing numerous retailers in several classes of trade. Feel like part of the team with performance and merit reviews annually, contests, incentive programs where you save up for gift cards and prizes, newsletters, referral programs, and a supportive management team.Why work for our Blackhawk Network Merchandising Team:Great opportunity to build a part time career in merchandisingYou are hired as a PART TIME employee, not a contractorAbility to set your own schedule within a week, in most casesDay-time work hours no evenings, weekends or holidaysCompetitive hourly base pay, drive time & paid mileageWork with the biggest brands in retail Overview: We are seekingMerchandisers for the Blackhawk Network teamto service multiple stores in the followingassigned market:Territory: Forestville, MD (Temple Hills, Bowie, Capitol Heights, Clinton, District Heights, Forestville, Hyattsville, Landover, Lanham, New Corrollton, Oxon Hill and Upper Marlboro)The primary focus of this position ismerchandising gift card product and various product lines in multiple retailers nationwide. We pack out product, set to plan-o-gram, report out-of-stock, place shelf tags, conduct resets and install new fixtures. We build relationships with Retail Management and provide customers shopping guidance of our product lines we merchandise. Responsibilities: Complete all assigned projects within designated territoryParticipate in weekly conference callsComplete all call report questions and take pictures with your smartphone or tabletBuild and develop strong relationships/partnerships with retail store management at each accountComplete all types of merchandising activitiesInstalls (set and build)Resets (read and understand Plan-o-grams)New item Cut-insSignage PlacementConduct out-of-stock reports, inventories and process returnsAuditsCover stores outside of designated territory on as needed basis and/or vacation coverageAbility to use web portal reporting systems from wireless tablet/phone Qualifications: Qualifications:Merchandising and/or retail experience Hours will vary and may flex up and down during year and certain seasons.Able to travel 30-60 miles radius around home marketReliable car, proof of valid car insurance, valid driver license and excellent driving recordSuccessful completion of background check, drug screen and driving record checkMust own a smart phone or tablet with minimum 2GB monthly data service plan and phone/tablet needs to be no more than 2 OS versions behind the latestExcellent communication skillsAbility to be flexible and work in fast-pace environmentStrong work ethic, be pro-active and ability to overcome obstaclesLove Gift Cards!Physical Demands:Bending, squatting, extending arms upward and downward, standing for long periods at a timeLifting and/or transporting boxes up to 30lbs.Ability to move fixtures on wheelsRead and understand directions and instructions on Smart phones or tabletsCOVID-19 considerations:To keep our Merchandisers safe, we provide PPE to all of our reps with gloves, masks and social distancing training as an added measure of protection.Blackhawk Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Blackhawk Network believes that diversity leads to strength. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.#GLDR EEO Statement: Blackhawk Network provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Blackhawk Network believes that diversity leads to strength. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.