Store Merchandiser in Charleston, WV

Dollar General Corporation • Goodlettsville, TN

27d

About The Position

GENERAL SUMMARY: Responsible for the management of and training for the execution of store merchandising for new store, relocation and remodel projects. DUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: § Plans and manages execution of new, relocating and remodel store fixture installation and merchandise setup (including management of outsource companies, and implementation of plan-o-grams, signage, etc). 40% § Evaluates and resolves issues, reacting under pressure and applying good judgment in ambiguous situations. 10% § Leverages resources and maintains tough expense control by maximizing performance and productivity of outsource companies and store staff to deliver on-time openings. 25% § Trains store staff (temporary and newly-hired) on appropriate merchandising processes. 20% § Develops and maintains strong internal corporate partnerships to ensure that all project goals are achieved. (Examples: transportation, advertising, distribution, merchandising, etc). 3% § Completes all reports and travel expenses accurately and timely. 2%

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of retail operations and merchandising systems
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to meet deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to read and implement plan-o-grams
• Ability to work under very minimal supervision
• Ability to travel consistently away from home two weeks at a time
• High school education or equivalent required.
• Two to three years of retail experience required.
• Staff management experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous merchandise experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages execution of new, relocating and remodel store fixture installation and merchandise setup (including management of outsource companies, and implementation of plan-o-grams, signage, etc).
• Evaluates and resolves issues, reacting under pressure and applying good judgment in ambiguous situations.
• Leverages resources and maintains tough expense control by maximizing performance and productivity of outsource companies and store staff to deliver on-time openings.
• Trains store staff (temporary and newly-hired) on appropriate merchandising processes.
• Develops and maintains strong internal corporate partnerships to ensure that all project goals are achieved. (Examples: transportation, advertising, distribution, merchandising, etc).
• Completes all reports and travel expenses accurately and timely.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees