Merchandiser Team Lead
About The Position
The Merchandiser Team Lead oversees and supports a team of temporary install team members during a 13-week traveling installation program within grocery retail accounts. The role coordinates in-store merchandising setups, including hardware installation and initial product placement for an impulse clip strip program. It requires regional travel within an assigned territory, working to a structured schedule, and directly supervising team members to ensure consistent execution. The position is temporary, with the possibility of becoming permanent at the end of the installation program depending on performance.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
- Advanced attention to detail and ability to interpret and enforce merchandising standards.
- Mechanical aptitude for installing fixtures and hardware.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple locations and team members simultaneously.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to address issues in real time.
- Ability to use manual and power tools.
- Proficiency with mobile reporting tools or ability to learn them quickly.
- Flexible availability to accommodate schedule requirements during the 13-week program.
- Ability to move, lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds constantly and remain on feet for 3 to 8 consecutive hours.
- Must have and use reliable transportation.
- Must possess and provide a valid state driver's license and proof of current automobile insurance, unless using another means of transportation.
- Must have access to and be able to use a smartphone capable of running required company software for tasks such as ordering, GPS tracking, and time recording.
- Must be computer literate and able to use a smartphone or tablet, applications, and the internet for company business.
- Ability to read, speak, and understand English.
Nice To Haves
- 1 to 2 years of previous merchandising, grocery, or retail sales experience.
- Previous experience leading teams, supervising field staff, or coordinating projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise merchandising install team members across assigned grocery retail locations.
- Coordinate daily schedules, assignments, and travel logistics to ensure installations are completed on time.
- Oversee installation of merchandising hardware, including clip strips and related display components.
- Ensure product placement is accurate and consistent with planograms and company standards.
- Conduct on-site quality checks to confirm displays are secure, compliant, and visually consistent.
- Act as the primary point of contact for team members, supervisors, and store personnel.
- Train and support team members on installation processes, tools, and reporting requirements.
- Monitor team performance and provide real-time feedback and issue resolution in the field.
- Complete and review required reporting, including photos and installation documentation.
- Troubleshoot and resolve escalated installation or merchandising issues.
- Follow safe work practices and help ensure a safe work environment.
- Comply with company policies and procedures.
- Travel regionally as required.
- Complete special projects and other duties assigned by the supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
