Retail Execution Specialist II -- TX

Ace Hardware•San Antonio, TX

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Execution Specialist - II is responsible for effectively leading on-site project execution and completing projects on time and within budget. In addition, this role plays an active part in the pre-execution planning process by providing store measurements, “As-Is” floor plans, project site evaluation, and review of key project documents.

Requirements

5 years of store planning, visual merchandising, or store management experience in retail environment and / or Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of experience
Customer-centric with excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications skills with understanding of Emery Jensen customers & channels
Ability to effectively lead store conversion and remodel projects and accomplish objectives in active store environment with strong and proactive problem-solving skills and adaptability
Detail-oriented and extremely organized self-starter who is able to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Compliant with all aspects of company travel policy
Embodies company values, has a positive outlook and growth mindset, customer focused, and committed to on-going continuous process improvement
Must have valid driver's license and a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Hardware / Home Improvement industry experience preferred
Preferred residence in Texas based cities: San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, El Paso, Houston, etc.

Responsibilities

Effectively lead on-site project execution in alignment with Retail Execution best practices to complete projects on time and within allocated labor budget.
Provide inputs for all required process documentation in a timely manner: fixture order form (pre-project), project recap (post-project), punchlist, & photos, etc.
Review store and assortment plan, provide feedback, and seek clarity on any questions prior to order placement.
Lead, develop, and motivate MSO and other project team members, provide MSO evaluations, and leverage strong, proactive communication with project team and customer on project status updates.
Perform store walks to take measurements, create “As-Is” floor plans, collect feedback and input from the customer, and brief customer on what to expect during project execution.
Contribute to on-going continuous improvement efforts by sharing ideas and driving process change and cross-functional collaboration.

Benefits

Incentive opportunities
Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year)
Up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions
Annual Cares Week
20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice
Opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
On-site classes, facilitator-led courses
Generous tuition assistance program
Frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more!
Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more
Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
Adoption cost reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
Identity theft protection