Merchandising Supervisor
About The Position
Green Circle Growers, founded in 1968 by John van Wingerden, has grown from a few acres to over 170 acres of indoor growing space, still owned and operated by the van Wingerden family. They provide plants to regional and national stores across the United States and Canada, offering a broad range of products to mass merchants and growers, including annuals in flats, containers, and baskets, as well as pre-finished containers, plugs, and liners. The Merchandising Supervisor is a pivotal role focused on driving sales and marketing success by managing a comprehensive list of live goods across Home Center retail channels. This position involves travel within a designated region to lead the implementation of merchandising standards and guidelines in alignment with company directives. Responsibilities include overseeing seasonal Merchandisers and inventory needs, coordinating with District Managers, and requires meticulous attention to detail, robust project management skills, and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. The supervisor is expected to foster innovation, ensure swift execution, champion change, optimize talent, and achieve profitable growth.
Requirements
- Previous experience in merchandising, retail, or another related field or relevant experience
- Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
- Strong project management skills and leadership that deliver results, success, and personnel development
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive in recognizing and solving problems
- Ability to work weekends and holidays, as needed
- Frequently requires travel between stores
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in supervision of employees is preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead the Live Goods Field Merchandising Program by overseeing a team of seasonal staff to ensure operational excellence
- Cultivate strong relationships with Home Depot personnel by upholding the highest standards of professionalism and safeguarding our strategic supplier relationship
- Guide operations in alignment with Green Circle Growers’ (GCG) management directives by tailoring strategies to meet Home Depot’s specific needs
- Implement and uphold GCG’s merchandising model and structure ensuring consistent adherence across all operations
- Oversee seasonal labor budget effectively to ensure financial efficiency within your area
- Direct the execution of flawless service by ensuring stores are set according to schematic by displaying accurate signage, maintaining precise inventories, and upholding high quality standards reflective of GCG’s image
- Embrace change positively by proactively suggesting improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, supporting new initiatives, and maintaining an open-minded approach
- Communicate key business issues regularly and effectively to senior management ensuring transparency and alignment
- Ensure all communications to employees including verbal and written reports are clear, concise, and consistent
- Maintain regular communication with internal teammates and Home Depot partners by providing consistent updates and addressing store issues
- Participate in and attend both internal and external meetings with Home Depot and GCG to stay aligned with organizational goals
- Proactively oversee staff performance by setting high standards and providing constructive feedback to ensure Merchandisers meet job expectations
- Assess and align staff performance with established standards ensuring clarity of job expectations
- Provide weekly store photos and communication
- All other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
