Travel Reset Specialist - San Diego, CA

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San Diego, CA, USA
In-Office
23-23 Hourly
Entry level
Retail
The Role
Traveling Reset Specialists complete store resets and remodel assignments by implementing planograms, relocating and stocking products, adjusting shelves and fixtures, processing returns, and maintaining cosmetic displays. They document work electronically, communicate with store leadership, and meet project timelines. The role requires flexible scheduling, frequent overnight travel, independent work, lifting up to 50 pounds, ladder use, and a registered vehicle with a valid driver’s license and insurance.
Summary Generated by Built In

L&R is the largest distributor and the 6th largest purchaser of cosmetics in the United States. We now distribute over 40,000 items (cosmetics, toys, school supplies, hosiery, hair accessories, OTC, HBA, and more) through 3 regional warehouse locations in Arkansas, New Jersey, and Nevada. 

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB 

The Traveling Reset Specialists support project-based store resets by implementing new planograms, relocating products, adjusting shelves, and ensuring displays meet company and retailer standards. This role works on a seasonal, project-dependent basis, with schedules and hours determined by reset timelines and store needs. Work may also include remodel assignments, which are typically longer-term and less reset focused. 

LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE 

Territories – San Diego, CA
Additional Territories - NorCal & SoCal

Hours – Up to 30 hours weekly (Subject to change based on business needs)

Schedule - 10/5/26-11/13/26  |  1/1/27-4/30/27
Potential opportunities to perform additional service work as projects arise. 

Travel will typically be within a 100–200 mile radius of the listed hiring territories or neighboring states. 

Overnight travel and hotel stay (potentially up to 75%) by land and/or air. 

Store service hours are between 6 AM – 5 PM with 8 PM as the drop-dead time with authorization. 

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS 

Pay Rate – $23.00 per hour

Hotel & Flight travel expenses paid in advance. 

Expense reimbursement.

Paid drive time included with hours worked. 

Part-time benefits include state sick time and 401K options. 

Opportunity to transition to full-time after 60 days if consistent 30+ hours are met weekly.   

Full time benefits when eligible include Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance.  

Referral Bonuses Program. 

Employee Recognition Program. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Accurately implement planograms and schematics to reset cosmetic displays, fixtures, and sections according to provided planograms and instructions.  

  • Remove, stock, and place products in designated areas to ensure proper organization and merchandising flow.  

  • Accurately pack merchandise and process customer returns associated with resets following L&R’s returns & reclamation guidelines.  

  • Utilize planogram and footage knowledge to maintain optimal sales performance and inventory levels. 

  • Install and adjust shelving, hooks, and fixtures as needed to align with planogram specifications. 

  • Ensure all resets are completed according to L&R’s standards and project timelines.  

  • Maintain clear and consistent communication with store managers, team leads, and supervisors about progress and any challenges encountered.  

  • Electronically document completion of tasks through photos and reporting apps/tools provided by the company. 

  • Flexible to work varying hours, including early mornings or late evenings, depending on store schedules. 

  • Potential opportunities to perform additional service work as projects arise. 

  • Able to work independently and be a part of a team in a fast-paced environment. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 

  • Previous experience in retail merchandising, resets, or a related field preferred.  

  • Familiarity with planograms and schematic reading is highly desirable.  

  • Cosmetics reset / merchandising experience a plus!  

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.  

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.  

  • Ability to safely use a ladder or step stool to access higher fixtures, signage, and products on elevated shelves. 

  • Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor.  

  • Proficient with tablets and smartphones. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

  • Registered Vehicle  

  • Driver’s License  

  • Car Insurance (Name listed on document) 

  • Motor Vehicle Report - 3 or fewer moving violations within the last 36 months (3 years) 

Skills Required

  • Previous experience in retail merchandising, resets, or a related field
  • Familiarity with planograms and schematic reading
  • Cosmetics reset or merchandising experience
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
  • Ability to safely use a ladder or step stool
  • Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor
  • Proficiency with tablets and smartphones
  • Registered vehicle
  • Valid driver's license
  • Car insurance with the employee's name listed on the document
  • Motor Vehicle Report showing three or fewer moving violations within the past 36 months
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The Company
HQ: New York, NY
424 Employees
Year Founded: 1956

What We Do

L&R Distributors was founded close to 60 years ago as a general merchandise and specialty distributor. L&R now manages over 37,000 general merchandise and health, beauty and wellness, and cosmetics SKUs. Categories include toys, stationery, hosiery, cosmetics, appliances, candles, potpourri, auto, hair accessories and much, much more. L&R’s cosmetics distribution is now the largest of its kind within the United States, distributing over 7,000 items from Almay, Revlon, Loreal, Cover Girl, Maybelline, Wet/Wild, Neutrogena, Jordana, Sally Hansen, Fingrs, Kiss, Lacross, Paris Presents, Physicians Formula, Black Radiance and Milani. In addition to its distribution services, L&R provides retail merchandising services, focusing on helping retail partners to reduce costs, improve the customer experience, and increased sales. Retailers that have switched to using L&R’s in-store services generally experience a 15% or more increase in sales movement. L&R is more than a distributor that delivers product on time with a solid fill rate. We provide our retail partners with reset services, data mining and analytics, in-store surveys and more. L&R has brought a truly turnkey program to any category that is slow turning and SKU intensive

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