Retail Store Lead Merchandiser -- Full Time - NEW STORE OPENING!

Ocean State Job Lot•City of Middletown, NY

1d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Lead Merchandiser creates visually appealing store environments at established, new, and remodeled stores within an assigned market. The role works closely with store leadership, territory Senior Merchandisers, and the corporate Merchandising Department to align merchandising with company initiatives, brand standards, and best practices in visual merchandising and operational excellence. The position may involve travel to stores in the assigned region and overnight or weekend assignments.

Requirements

Prior merchandising planning and presentation experience in a retail environment is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google platforms, including Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, and Sheets.
Availability to work as needed by the business, including nights and weekends.
Ability to travel to other locations based on business needs.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to lift 35 pounds regularly and perform the physical activities described for the role.

Nice To Haves

Prior retail operations experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer experiences by exemplifying the T.R.E.A.T. model.
Implement and maintain visually impactful merchandising aligned with company standards and strategies, including participating in merchandising training.
Execute planograms, plan-o-guides, and visual presentations.
Implement merchandise plans that account for category space needs and product adjacency.
Complete assigned tasks efficiently and participate in overall store operations and merchandising.
Collaborate with Store Leadership on product placement and presentation, and conduct daily walkthroughs to address issues such as price reductions, flyers, Crazy Deals, and internet coupons.
Review merchandise reports and analysis to optimize merchandising and drive sales.
Handle company assets responsibly.
Assist with training, mentoring, and guiding associates in company merchandising practices.
Maintain safety and maintenance standards and perform cleaning and janitorial tasks as needed.
Assemble store fixtures and signage according to company standards.
Operate a cash register as needed.
Promote company-wide customer engagement campaigns.
Perform merchandising tasks such as ticketing, cutting cases, lifting merchandise, hanging signage, and displaying merchandise.
Travel to stores within the assigned region as needed.