What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandising Service Manager position at Lowes?
Team Leadership
Schedules Merchandising Service team and manages resources for the team to drive efficient project execution in fulfillment of the overall Merchandising Service strategy
Guides Merchandising Service Associates (MSAs) around project priorities, scheduling, expectations, and needs (e.g., materials, supplies, time)
Delivers onboarding and training, provides on-the-job coaching, and mentors MSAs
Coaches MSAs on performance
Creates tailored developments plans for MSAs by analyzing metric and individual strengths, weaknesses, and needs
Handles disciplinary actions and proactively partners with HR business partner
Manages project and travel expenses and weekly payroll
Identifies and resolves project and/or store-level issues using available resources
Summarizes and communicates project information, updates, and feedback on project execution with store team, field leaders, and corporate teams
Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, merchandising, and displays to be shared across the district, region, and enterprise, as appropriate
Customer Service
Provides SMART customer service at all times through the daily execution of Lowe's customer service policies, procedures and programs
Seeks out customers to understand his/her needs and assists in locating, demonstrating, selecting, carrying, and/or loading merchandise
Listens to and responds knowledgeably and promptly to customer and employee questions by taking them to areas of the store and walking them through projects when necessary
Demonstrates sincere appreciation to customers
Communicates information to customers regarding all stock, special order merchandise, feature benefits, application, and warranty information related to Lowe’s programs
Supports those that directly help customers by providing the tools and resources needed
In-stock
Oversees that merchandise is stocked, fronted, and fully packed down in assigned area according to planogram
Confirms that all signage, reorder stickers, pricing, and product information is accurate
Confirms all product displays, resets, and bay integrity efforts are completed according to Lowe's specifications, planograms, and merchandising and safety standards
Collaborates with receiving departments in assigned stores to establish or revise the staging process for reset product and product support materials
Leads efforts of buyback items and ensures they are pulled, prepped, and ready for shipping
Oversees the proper processing of damaged products
Coordinates with Merchandising Service Supervisor to ensure all supporting materials are available and logistics are in place to complete projects
Clean and Safe Stores
Detects common signs of shoplifting, theft, and other security risks, and promptly communicates them to management and/or Asset Protection
Ensures compliance with housekeeping standards and programs (e.g., Zone Recovery) to maintain cleanliness and organization of store and working areas
Maintains a safe and secure work environment, which may include conducting daily safety reviews, noting hazards, keeping aisles clear, and securing doors and gates
Adheres to all safety requirements relevant to one’s regular job duties: top stock safety, reinstalling safety cables, use of aisle blockers, a tether line on power equipment, spotters, and safety devices
Operates store equipment as needed depending on one specific role and department (e.g., Zebra phone, telephone, paging system, copiers, fax machines, computers, CCTV surveillance system, key cutter, panel saw, paint mixer, flooring cutters, compacter baler)
Follow state-specific guidelines on price changes (Pricing Policy SF-06)
Lead green polo teams to help merchandise our live goods in garden centers
Lead daily pricing functions for the stores.
Lead teams ranging from between 11-21 employees
Communicate and coordinate with night teams on execution of projects
Control and stay to plan on display and fixture expense lines
Continue to staff teams to the authorized head count
Oversee large third party labor projects when needed
Maintain point-of-sale signage including bin plus beam label stock ensuring all bin locators are placed and price changes are activated
Audit and update pricing labels inside and outside the store to ensure accuracy
In addition to the above responsibilities, this individual is held accountable for other duties as assigned
EEO Statement
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
