About The Position

As a Store Area Team Leader at Ocean State Job Lot, you will ensure 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 a detail-oriented professional with knowledge of merchandising principles and freight operations who can motivate and empower a team. You will use the Company’s technology to support merchandising, operations, and a collaborative team environment. You will support Company programs and store goals, oversee freight flow and inventory practices, and help ensure accurate product placement and presentation. You will also support associate recruitment, training, and development; maintain customer-service and cleanliness standards; and use store systems to support scheduling, timekeeping, expenses, communications, and productivity. The position works across sales, stockroom/receiving, and operations/office areas, with travel as needed.

Requirements

  • Proficiency with Google platform tools, including Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, and Sheets.

Nice To Haves

  • Four or more 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.
  • Ensure daily funds are reconciled according to store closing procedures.
  • Lead and support efficient freight flow, 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 in compliance with Company 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 merchandise is received, processed, and stocked efficiently.
  • Coordinate the receiving team to ensure accurate receipt and inspection of merchandise.
  • Identify and address product shortages and 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 comply with Company policies and programs.
  • Cultivate positive 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 to ensure productivity goals are met and opportunities are addressed.
  • Use Thinktime daily to support efficient store-related communications.
  • Use mobile devices to manage technology support and store operational expectations.
  • Travel as needed.

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 coverage.
  • Accolade Care personalized healthcare support and navigation.
  • Referral bonus eligibility.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Profit-sharing bonus.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • OSJL Vacations and discounts at partner companies.
  • $3,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates during a limited time.
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