Retail Store Area Team Leader (Assistant Team Leader)-New Store Opening!

Ocean State Job Lot•Village of Hamilton, NY

3d•$27 - $30

About The Position

The Store Area Team Leader at Ocean State Job Lot is responsible for ensuring assigned store areas meet company merchandising standards, managing merchandise flow, and providing leadership and support to store teams. The role requires knowledge of merchandising principles and freight operations, attention to detail, and the ability to motivate and empower a team. The position uses company technology to support merchandising, operations, scheduling, communications, and associate development.

Requirements

Four or more years of previous retail management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.
Proficiency with Google platforms, 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 operates smoothly in the absence of the Store Team Leader.
Reconcile daily funds 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 improve 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 accordance with company merchandising standards.
Collaborate with the Store Team Leader on 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 merchandise is accurately received and inspected.
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, and empowering team environment.
Ensure the store exceeds company standards for merchandising, cleanliness, and presentation.
Lead by example to ensure operations, merchandising, and visual standards comply with company policies and programs.
Build positive, 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 to ensure productivity goals are met and opportunities are addressed.
Use Thinktime daily for store-related communications.
Use mobile devices to manage technology support and store operational expectations.
Travel as needed.