Merchandise Coordinator MUST HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY

TJMaxx•Simi Valley, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandise Coordinator is responsible for executing receiving and merchandising standards while ensuring Associates process merchandise efficiently and effectively as a team. The role supports an excellent customer experience by engaging with customers, keeping the store clean and organized, and modeling exceptional customer service. The Coordinator also helps direct merchandise processing, train and coach Associates, maintain backroom and merchandising standards, and support store safety and shrink-reduction efforts.

Requirements

Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
Superior communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
Capable of multitasking.
Able to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations.
Able to work effectively with peers and supervisors as a team player.
Capable of lifting heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to train others.
1 year of retail experience and 6 months of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Create a positive internal and external customer experience and role model exceptional customer service.
Promote honesty and integrity and maintain confidentiality.
Orchestrate truck delivery and prioritize processing merchandise onto the sales floor.
Train and mentor Associates on established merchandising and processing principles.
Ensure merchandise is properly tagged, hung, secured, and coded.
Communicate with the Coordinator on Duty to ensure an efficient flow of goods to the sales floor.
Ensure Associates complete tasks and activities according to the store plan, prioritizing as needed.
Monitor team productivity and coach Associates as necessary.
Organize and rotate back stock for easy replenishment.
Maintain the merchandising philosophy and signage standards.
Maintain organizational, cleanliness, and recovery standards for the backroom.
Ensure compliance with recycling and, where applicable, hazardous waste programs.
Communicate accurately and effectively with management and Associates about priorities and provide progress updates.
Provide and accept recognition and constructive feedback.
Partner with Management on Associate training needs to increase effectiveness.
Ensure adherence to labor laws, policies, and procedures.
Promote credit and loyalty programs.
Support and participate in store shrink-reduction goals and programs.
Promote safety awareness and maintain a safe environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Associate discount
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Smoking cessation support
Bereavement benefit
401(k) with Associate contributions
Child care and cell phone discounts
Pet and legal insurance
Credit union
Referral bonuses
For those meeting service or hours requirements: 401(k) match; medical, dental, and vision coverage; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid parental leave; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; auto and home insurance discounts; scholarship program; adoption assistance