Divisional Merchandiser

Talent Acquisition/Human Resources, The Aaron's Family of Companies•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

We are Aaron’s - an industry leader in the sales and lease-to-own retail industry, known for quality brand names and superior customer service. We provide our team members with the opportunity to reach their full potential in a team-oriented, high-energy, recognition-based environment with competitive pay and benefits. This is much more than a job – it is a career with purpose. Divisional Merchandiser - Western Ops The position will primarily support our stores in PV05; Must be located near a major airport with direct flight. Summary Follow up with stores within the region to implement and uphold Merchandising Standards. This includes proper merchandising, product mix, pricing and execution of quality assurance guidelines. Responsible for overall showroom appearance including but not limited to upholstery, electronics, appliances, computers, and accessories.

Requirements

High School Diploma. Some college preferred.
2 years of experience with merchandising, inventory management preferred.
General product knowledge required.
Up to 90% travel required.
Flexible availability. The schedule will typically be Monday-Friday; however, it may vary based on business needs and directive.
The ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted and move 50-300 pounds with the assistance of a furniture dolly or hand truck.
Professional appearance in compliance with dress code.
Demonstrated selling skills and high energy level.
Good computer knowledge/skills (Excel, Word, Adobe).
Ability to drive and have a valid driver’s license.
Understand effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive and accurately interpret ideas, information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. This includes the ability to describe or explain complex processes and issues in a concise manner.
Cultivate effective partnerships with clients to achieve results; team player, comfortable working on multiple teams/projects simultaneously and independently.

Responsibilities

Visits stores throughout division to review and perform the following duties:
Train team members on any areas of deficiency from a merchandising standpoint.
Execute proper stock balancing and inventory levels. Review inventory during store visits and train GM on proper stock balancing and inventory levels.
Train the Sales team members on maintenance of the showroom floor to include but not limited to “No Holes Policy”, accurate pricing, product ordering and customer service log.
Maintain and improve appearance of showroom per the first-up system as well as the Open Floor Plan with development and posting of plan-o-grams including marketing tools and proper pricing.
Verify all pre-leased merchandise on showroom floor is “Certified” to company standard and monitor and ensure efficient operation of the “Certification Zone” (proper stock of QA supplies and equipment).
Address “discontinued” and “distressed” merchandise and following up with lease max program.
Assisting with new store openings, relocation/remodels, acquisitions, close/merge, and GM change overs.
Operational projects as assigned by the Divisional Coordinator.