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Retail Store Lead Merchandiser - NEW STORE OPENING!

Job Category : Stores

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

Requisition Number : RETAI010786

Posted : August 29, 2024

Employment Type : Full-Time

Rate : $16.35 USD per hour

Locations

Augusta, ME 04330, USA

Description

New store opening in Augusta, ME!

The pay range for this position is $16.35 - $18.35 / hour and is based on experience.

Company Overview :

Ocean State Job Lot ( OSJL and Company ) is a leading $850 million general merchandise retailer operating over 150 stores in the Northeast and a $75 million shopping center business with OSJL as the anchor tenant in over 50% of its centers.

At OSJL, we are committed to providing exceptional value to our customers while championing positive change in our communities and inspiring a more responsible model for retail.

Job Description :

The Store Lead Merchandiser role at OSJL crafts visually appealing store environments, playing a key role in both established locations and new or remodeled stores within a designated market.

The role collaborates closely with store leadership, territory Senior Merchandisers, and the corporate Merchandising Department to ensure alignment with Company initiatives, brand standards, and best practices in visual merchandising and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

• Ensure exceptional customer experiences through exemplifying the T.R.E.A.T. model.
• Implement and maintain visually impactful merchandising aligned with Company standards and strategies.
• Execute planograms, plan-o-guides, and visuals effectively.
• Implement merchandise plans considering category space needs and adjacency.
• Complete all assigned tasks efficiently.
• Participate in overall store operation and merchandising.
• Collaborate with Store Leadership on ad product placement and presentation.
• Review merchandise reports and analysis to optimize merchandising and drive sales.
• Ensure responsible handling of Company assets.
• Assist in training, mentorship, and guidance for associates on Company merchandising practices.
• Uphold safety and maintenance standards.
• Assemble store fixtures and signage according to Company standards.
• Operate a cash register as needed.
• Travel to stores within the assigned region, as needed.

Qualifications :

• Prior merchandising planning and presentation experience in a retail environment is required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is preferred.
• Prior retail management experience in operations and merchandising is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google platform (i.e., Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, Sheets).
• Availability to work as needed by the business, including nights and weekends.
• Must be able to travel to other locations based on business needs.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Responsible for physical activities including using hand tools, ascending or descending a ladder, moving, reaching, and lifting on a frequent basis : Should be able to lift 35 lbs on a regular basis.
• Overnight and weekend assignments may be required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position.

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Last updated : 2024-09-08

Salary : $16 - $18