Retail Store Area Team Leader (Assistant Team Leader)
About The Position
As a Store Area Team Leader at Ocean State Job Lot, you are responsible for ensuring that all areas within your responsibility adhere to Company merchandising standards, managing the efficient flow of merchandise, and providing leadership and support to store teams. The role requires attention to detail, an understanding of merchandising principles and freight operations, and the ability to motivate and empower a team. You will use the company's technology to support merchandising, operations, and a collaborative team environment. The position supports store profitability and daily operations, including leading the store in the absence of the Store Team Leader and reconciling daily funds. It also involves managing freight and inventory, maintaining store presentation and customer service standards, developing associates, and using company systems to support store operations. The job description notes that duties may change and that additional tasks may be assigned by supervisors or managers.
Requirements
- Four or more years of previous retail management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.
- Proficiency with Google platform tools, including Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, and Sheets.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with HCM and Business Intelligence tools.
Responsibilities
- Support Company programs to maximize revenue and achieve store goals.
- Ensure the store runs smoothly in the absence of the Store Team Leader.
- Reconcile daily funds according to store closing procedures.
- Lead and support an efficient freight flow process, maintain an organized backroom, and achieve a 24-hour freight turnaround.
- Use technology to maximize scheduling effectiveness in support of freight management.
- Partner with the Store Team Leader to maintain optimal store inventory levels.
- Ensure proper merchandising and product placement.
- Lead and support timely and accurate placement of products on the sales floor in compliance with Company merchandising standards.
- Collaborate with the Store Team Leader to develop and implement merchandising strategies that drive sales and optimize inventory turnover.
- Monitor, lead, and assist with freight flow so products are received, processed, and stocked efficiently.
- Coordinate the receiving team to ensure accurate receipt and inspection of merchandise.
- Identify and address product shortages or overstocks.
- Support recruitment, training, and development of store associates.
- Identify and nurture high-potential associates for future growth.
- Foster a stable, knowledgeable team environment where associates feel valued and empowered.
- Ensure the store exceeds Company standards for merchandising, cleanliness, and overall presentation.
- Lead by example and ensure operations, merchandising, and visual aspects of the assigned area comply with Company policies and programs.
- Cultivate positive and productive relationships with store leadership, associates, and field management.
- Monitor and maintain exceptional customer service that exceeds Company and customer expectations.
- Maintain store cleanliness and visual standards.
- Support HCM processes, including associate data and timekeeping, benefits, and learning management system operations.
- Maintain Oracle systems to manage store-related expenses.
- Review Domo Store Spotlight consistently to ensure productivity goals are met and opportunities are addressed.
- Use Thinktime daily to maximize efficiency for store-related communications.
- Use mobile devices to manage technology support and store operational expectations.
- Travel as needed.
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisors or managers.
Benefits
- 30% associate discount
- Wellbeing Time and Care.com access
- Sick Time Pay, vacation, and holiday pay
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, critical illness, and accident coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Short-term disability
- Accolade Care personalized healthcare support and navigation
- Referral bonus eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement
- Profit sharing bonus
- 401K
- OSJL vacations and discounts at partner companies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
