Overview: The Fredericksburg Nationals are seeking a Merchandise Assistant for the 2025 season to support all aspects of the team's retail operations. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sports merchandising, working alongside the Director of Merchandise to deliver an outstanding retail experience for our fans. The assistant must be available to work all home games, including weekends, and maintain a flexible schedule for events. This role will require a minimum commitment of 40 hours per week.
Please Note: This position will begin in January and run through the end of the season in September.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with in-store operations on game days and select weekends.
- Gain proficiency in the POS system and assist in daily store transactions.
- Contribute to inventory management by helping with stock counts and fulfilling online orders.
- Help prepare daily, monthly, and annual sales reports to track progress on sales goals.
- Support the Director of Merchandise in restocking, tagging, and displaying new items.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked sales floor and warehouse.
- Assist in creating promotions and other sales-boosting initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds unassisted.
- Strong teamwork skills with a commitment to company policies and safety procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, ready to contribute to the team's retail success.
This role is ideal for those interested in gaining real-world experience in sports merchandising and retail management with a professional baseball organization.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Job Questions: - If you are not located in Fredericksburg, are you willing to relocate?