Back to Jobs

Hallmark Field Merchandiser (part-time) - Palatine, IL 60067

Hallmark Cards
Palatine, IL
To learn more about this role, watch our field merchandisers in action.

Job Overview

As a Field Merchandiser, you'll have the opportunity to work independently to showcase your organization and time management skills, your ability to establish retailer relationships, while being the face of Hallmark. You will collaborate with local store teams to optimize product placement and maintain inventory levels as well as support fellow team members with seasonal resets and installations, when needed. On occasion you may have the opportunity to work with other products from other companies in the stores that you service.

SALARY AND SCHEDULE DETAILS

  • Your starting hourly pay rate will be $15.00 to $17.00 depending on your skills and experience.
  • Eligible Employees receive annual pay increases.
  • This is a Part-Time position with a variable schedule during the work week.
  • Average weekly hours for this position are between 16-21 hours per week.
  • Availability the week before and after major holidays, which may include weekends is required.

Your Role And Responsibilities Will Include

You'll perform service work in the Hallmark department of various retail stores such as grocery stores, drug stores, department stores, and mass retailers. The retail merchandiser position consists of three major components:

  • Day-to-day engagement: Utilizing a mobile device provided by Hallmark, you'll restock, organize, and monitor the inventory of Hallmark products within and outside the Hallmark department. The use of technology is critical in this role, for the day-to-day work as well as communication with your supervisor, reporting time, providing feedback, and answering surveys for required merchandising activities. Professional and courteous interaction with store employees, management, and customers is also vital for success in this role. You are responsible for the entire Hallmark product display at your assigned stores.
  • Holiday support: Hallmark's operations revolve around seasonal demand. Leading up to and following holidays such as Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, you can expect additional days and extended hours during the work week. On occasions like Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and Father's Day, you may be required to work on the actual holiday itself, which may include the weekend.
  • Department Resets: At times, you may be part of a team responsible for installations and various tasks like building and installing Hallmark fixtures, relocating card departments and products, as well as resetting card sections. Typically, you will be notified two weeks in advance for remodel assignments. This could include evenings or weekend.
  • One Team Vision: As part of Hallmark's field organization, you are part of a network of merchandisers professionals that often times will support other team members as needed in their territories.

Physical Requirements

This is a physically demanding job that requires a high level of energy and a sense of urgency. You will be working on the selling floor as well as in back stockrooms. You must be able to consistently push, pull, lift, and carry cartons, merchandise, and display fixtures up to 30 pounds throughout the workday and up to 50 pounds on occasion. You will also be required to kneel, squat, walk, and stand throughout your workday, and you may be required to climb stairs and step ladders.

Basic Qualifications

  • You're at least 18 years of age.
  • You're able to read, write and understand English.
  • You have the ability to grasp, pull, lift, and carry products up to 30 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Able to operate a digital hand-held device to open and read documents and interpret information.
  • You have access to a Wi-Fi network and the internet.
  • You have access to consistent transportation to travel to and between assigned stores as scheduled.

Part-time employees with a work schedule less than 30 hours have access to a variety of voluntary benefits through Voluntary Benefits including dental, vision, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and minimum essential coverage (preventive care).

Prior to applying, watch our field merchandisers in action.

Now's your chance to Make Your Mark—just follow the instructions below to apply.

You must show how you meet the basic qualifications in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work experience and education application fields. Accepted file types are DOCX and PDF.

Part-time employees with a work schedule less than 30 hours have access to a variety of voluntary benefits through Voluntary Benefits including dental, vision, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and minimum essential coverage (preventive care).

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment.

Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, and successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check.

Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Principals only please.

HALLMARK – Because Connecting With Each Other Has Never Been More Important

For over 100 years, Hallmark has helped people connect and strengthen the relationships that matter most. Today, we’re building the next century of connection- blending the warmth of in-store experiences with the ease of digital innovation.

We’re looking for empathetic learners, strategic thinkers, and enthusiastic visionaries from all backgrounds to help shape what’s next. If you’re ready to bring fresh ideas and energy, we’d love to have you on the team!

At Hallmark, you’ll feel welcomed from day one- whether you’re remote, hybrid, or in-office. We’ll tap into your strengths, offer leadership opportunities, and support your growth every step of the way.

Our culture is rooted in care and inclusion. We celebrate diverse perspectives and actively seek out new voices- like yours- to help us grow and evolve. Let’s imagine the future of Hallmark together!
Posted 2026-01-08

Recommended Jobs

Strategy Consultant - Risk Adjustment

Highmark Health
Springfield, IL

Company : Highmark Inc. Job Description : JOB SUMMARY This job supports executive leadership of the Organization with a range of strategic initiatives, specifically focusing on the evolut…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-12

Sr. Manager, Sr. Counsel (Flexpert Program)

Capital One
Riverwoods, IL

Sr. Manager, Sr. Counsel (Flexpert Program) Virtual Open House: January 14th 4:30 EST To kick off our Flexpert hiring process, we invite you to attend our Virtual Open House on Wedne…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-05

Corporate Attorney - M&A / Private Equity (Chicago)

Chicago, IL

A leading US law firm is seeking a highly motivated Corporate Attorney to join its Chicago office. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile, complex transactions with a focus on Me…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-07

HIM Cert Coder IP - CFH

Carle Health
Champaign, IL

Overview: The HIM Certified Coder is responsible for accurate and timely coding of hospital inpatient, hospital outpatient and/or professional fee encounters using appropriate ICD10/ICDPCS, CPT, or HC…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-05

Grain / Hog Farm Assistant

Farm Job Search
Illinois

Grain / Hog Farm Assistant (6096) Location: Illinois Job Number: 6096 Grain / Hog Farm Assistant position immediately available on a 2,000 acre family corn farm in north west Illinois. Employ…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-19

General Shop Helper

Dynamics ATS
Time, IL

General Shop Helper   JOB-10045608   Anticipated Start Date Jan. 5, 2026   Location Houston, TX   Type of Employment Contract   Employer Info Our client is a global lead…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-07

Client Relationship Consultant 2 (Banker) - Normal (40 hrs)

U.S. Bank
Normal, IL

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succee…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-07

2026 Abbott Operations Internship Program

Abbott Park, IL

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-01