Merchandise Intern

Coast of Maine is seeking a Merchandise Intern to serve as a liaison between the territory managers and the customer to deliver necessary marketing material, POP and check product inventory for a variety of garden centers and hardware stores in New England and upstate New York. This position requires weekly travel, sometimes overnight, to service these customers. This will be a seasonal role to assist during the spring and summer months. If you have a passion for gardening, love building relationships, and want to gain experience in the industry, this may be a great fit for you!

Responsibilities:

• Deliver marketing materials and POP including signs, pallet sign holders, etc.
• Deliver product samples
• Check inventory of products
• Track the deliveries and inventory on a shared file
• Work with garden centers and hardware stores on product placement and set up
• Build positive relationships
• Understand and convey the benefits of Coast of Maine to the customer
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Retail experience preferred
• Be able to lift 50 lbs. safely
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel for multiple overnights a week
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Currently pursuing or having obtained a degree in a business or agriculture science related field
• One year of experience in retail preferred