Retail Store Lead Merchandiser - Full Time

Ocean State Job Lot•Westfield, MA

48d•$17 - $19

About The Position

The Store Lead Merchandiser role at OSJL crafts visually appealing store environments, playing a key role in both established locations and new or remodeled stores within a designated market. The role collaborates closely with store leadership, territory Senior Merchandisers, and the corporate Merchandising Department to ensure alignment with Company initiatives, brand standards, and best practices in visual merchandising and operational excellence.

Requirements

Prior merchandising planning and presentation experience in a retail environment is required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google platform (i.e., Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, Sheets).
Availability to work as needed by the business, including, but not limited to, nights and weekends.
Must be able to travel to other locations based on business needs.
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

Prior retail operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure exceptional customer experiences through exemplifying the T.R.E.A.T. model.
Implement and maintain visually impactful merchandising aligned with Company standards and strategies, including, but not limited to, participation in company merchandising training.
Execute planograms, plan-o-guides, and visuals effectively.
Implement merchandise plans considering category space needs and adjacency.
Complete all assigned tasks efficiently.
Participate in overall store operation and merchandising.
Collaborate with Store Leadership on ad product placement and presentation as well as conducting daily walk-throughs to address issues (i.e., reduction in price, flyers, Crazy Deals, and internet coupons).
Review merchandise reports and analysis to optimize merchandising and drive sales.
Ensure responsible handling of Company assets.
Assist in training, mentorship, and guidance for associates on Company merchandising practices, fostering a positive learning environment.
Uphold safety and maintenance standards, actively performing 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 various merchandising tasks (i.e., ticketing, cutting cases, lifting merchandise, hanging signage, displaying merchandise).
Travel to stores within the assigned region, as needed.

Benefits

30% Associate Discount: Enjoy exclusive savings on our amazing products!
Wellbeing Time & Care.com Access: We support your personal well-being and provide resources for your family's care needs.
Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge and relax with Sick Time Pay, Vacation, and Holiday Pay - because your time off is just as important as your time on!
Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Rest easy with Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage, ensuring you and your loved ones are protected.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Take control of your healthcare and dependent care costs with pre-tax savings.
Accolade Care: Personalized healthcare support and navigation to help you make the most of your benefits.
Eligible for Referral Bonus: Help us find top talent and get rewarded for it!
Profit Sharing Bonus: Share in our success and see the direct impact of your hard work.
401K: Secure your financial future with our retirement savings plan.
OSJL Vacations & Various Discounts at Partner Companies: Unlock incredible travel opportunities and savings on a wide range of goods and services!