Full Time Merchandiser

Company: Central Garden & Pet
Location: Albany
Posted on: January 30, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description Our Garden Group, providing sales support and logistics for both proprietary brands and other consumer recognized brands, is searching for a full time Merchandiser in Albany, NY. This position includes stocking and arranging the product displays, including grass seed, chemicals, and clay pottery, in home improvement centers of Lowe’s, Home Depot’s and WalMart stores. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Down stocking and maintaining set integrity for Central Garden grass seed, chemicals, bird feed, fertilizer and clay pottery Set and maintain the shelves according to retailer mandated planograms/modulars Install and maintain off-shelf display opportunities for Central Garden products Weekend consumer interaction during peak season (training provided) QUALIFICATIONS Previous merchandising experience preferred Strong communication skills needed to interact with store management and consumers Strong reading skills needed to understand packaging labels and re-tagging projects Must be able to bend, pull and lift 50 lbs. consistently throughout the course of a work day Must be able to climb ladders, use a pallet jack and hand powered tools Must have a valid driver’s license in the state in which you reside, a good driving record, reliable transportation and proof of current personal car insurance with you listed as an insured driver Must have daily access to internet/email Must have personal Smartphone with a current operating system: Android 13.0 or above, or Apple IOS 15.0 and above for daily communications with supervisor Responsible, reliable and dependable work habits Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner WORKING CONDITIONS Retail store environment – garden center and throughout retail store Work week is Monday - Friday and some weekends (primarily Saturday) Must be able to bend, pull and lift 50 lbs. consistently throughout the course of a work day Must be able to climb ladders, use a pallet jack and powered hand tools Daily travel throughout territory may require driving time (personal car) Remote POSITION INFORMATION This position pays $16.00 - $19.00 per hour based on experience. Reimbursement of potential cell phone expenses and mileage/travel expenses at a rate of $2.00 per diem/per hour worked You will also receive $10.00 per month to cover the expense of your data plan as you will be utilizing company apps on your personal phone BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Free Life and Disability Insurance Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus! Paid vacation, holidays and sick time Employee Assistance Program Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more! Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional) Referral Program with cash bonus Access to on-demand pay Paid parental leave Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. ZipRSST

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