Retail Store Area Team Leader (Assistant Team Leader)

External Ocean State Job Lot•Warren, RI

About The Position

As a Store Area Team Leader at Ocean State Job Lot, you will ensure the areas within your responsibility meet Company merchandising standards, manage the efficient flow of merchandise, and provide leadership and support to store teams. The role calls for attention to detail, knowledge 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. You will support store programs and profitability, help maintain optimal inventory, lead freight and merchandising activities, and contribute to associate recruitment, development, customer service, and store presentation. You may travel as needed. This job description may not list every duty; supervisors or managers may assign additional tasks. Leadership may revise the description at any time. The description is not a contract, and employment is at will.

Requirements

Proficiency with Google platform tools, including Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, and Sheets.
Ability to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

4+ years of previous retail management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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 inventory levels.
Ensure proper merchandising and product placement.
Lead and support timely, 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.
Build positive and productive working 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 regularly to ensure productivity goals are met and opportunities are addressed.
Use Thinktime daily to improve efficiency in store-related communications.
Use mobile devices to manage technology support and operational expectations of the store.

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) for healthcare and dependent care costs.
Short-term disability coverage.
Accolade Care personalized healthcare support and navigation.
Eligibility for a referral bonus.
Tuition reimbursement.
Profit sharing bonus.
401K retirement savings plan.
OSJL vacations and discounts at partner companies.