Retail Store Area Team Leader (Assistant Team Leader)

Ocean State Job Lot•Belfast, ME

18h•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Area Team Leader at OSJL is responsible for ensuring all areas within their responsibility adhere to Company merchandising standards, managing the efficient flow of merchandise, and providing leadership and support to store teams. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of merchandising principles and freight operations, as well as a motivational leader who can inspire and empower their team. The position leverages OSJL’s streamlined approach to technology, ensuring exceptional merchandising, operations, and a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

4+ years of previous retail management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
Proficient in Google platform (i.e., Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, Sheets).
Preferred experience with HCM and Business Intelligence tools.

Responsibilities

Support Company programs flawlessly to maximize revenue and achieve store goals.
Ensure the store runs smoothly in the absence of the Store Team Leader.
Reconcile daily funds appropriately according to store closing procedures.
Actively lead and support an efficient freight flow process, maintain a well-organized backroom, and achieve a 24-hour freight turnaround.
Proactively leverage technology to maximize scheduling effectiveness in support of managing freight.
Partner with the Store Team Leader to maintain optimal store inventory levels.
Ensure proper merchandising and product placement.
Actively lead and support the timely and accurate placement of products on the sales floor, ensuring compliance with Company merchandising standards.
Collaborate with the Store Team Leader to develop and implement effective merchandising strategies that drive sales and optimize inventory turnover.
Monitor, lead, and assist with freight flow, ensuring that products are received, processed, and stocked efficiently.
Coordinate the receiving team in ensuring accurate receipt and inspection of merchandise.
Identify and address any product shortages or overstocks.
Support the recruitment, training, and development of store associates.
Identify and nurture high-potential associates, preparing them for future growth.
Foster a stable, knowledgeable team environment where associates feel valued and empowered to succeed.
Ensure the store exceeds company standards for merchandising, cleanliness, and overall presentation.
Lead by example, ensuring all operations, merchandising, and visual aspects of your area comply with company policies and programs.
Cultivate positive and productive working relationships with store leadership, associates, and field management.
Monitor and maintain exceptional customer service, exceeding both company and customer expectations.
Maintain store cleanliness and visual standards.
Support HCM processes, including associate data and timekeeping, benefits, and learning management system (LMS) operations to maintain efficient delivery of associate development programs.
Maintain the Oracle systems to manage store related expenses.
Consistent review of Domo Store Spotlight technology to ensure productivity goals are met and opportunities are addressed.
Daily use of Thinktime to ensure maximum level of efficiency for all store related communications.
Utilize mobile devices to manage technology support and operational expectations of the store.