Store Setup Lead

Advance Auto Parts • Raleigh, NC

17d

About The Position

Store Setup Team Leads assist their supervisor and other Store Setup leads with the merchandising of new, remodeled and relocated Advance Auto Parts stores. Team leads are responsible for individual parts of the larger project plan, to set a store to be ready for open. They lead a portion of the local team or contracted support staff to complete segments of the store. As an example, a Team Lead will Co-lead store team members and contracted support that are completing activities on the retail sales floor, while another Team Lead is responsible for leading merchandising activities in the areas behind the retail counters. A Store Setup team consists of one Supervisor, and three SSU Leads reporting to them.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 2-4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, Outsourced reps or employees of organization.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and legally able to rent vehicles.
• Must be willing to be certified as a forklift operator
• Must be able to travel as store schedule requires. Travel may require being away from home for 8 to twelve days at a time. Typical schedule is 8 days but can vary depending on project type.
• Must comply with all company policies and procedures and set a professional example.
• Follow all security and safety practices at all times

Responsibilities

• Co-leads teams of local Advance Auto Parts Retail Team Members and contracted support to successfully set up a new a portion of an Advance Auto Parts, Carquest, or other acquired companies stores/branches to company and department standards
• Trains local team members and contract support on proper merchandising techniques. Helps direct them in their day-to-day assignments
• Builds Gondolas and Backroom storage shelving according to floor plan.
• Directs all work related to their segment of the project.
• Must document (written) any noncompliance with company policy or procedure by an employee within forty-eight (48) hours of occurrence and notify their Store Setup Supervisor (contact supervisor or Human Resource if in doubt)
• Must be willing to travel 80-100% of the time
• Reconciling travel and business-related expenses
• Co-leads 2-10 internal or outsourced team members during assignments.
• Is responsible for assisting in the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the team.
• To maintain a positive attitude, set a professional example, and promote proper work ethics for team members and operations personnel at all times to follow.
• Must be comfortable leading in a matrixed environment
• Verify all plan-o-grams are correct, current and built to plan. This includes signage, display racks, and specialty display items. Any errors in plan-o-gram accuracy should be reported to the plan-o-gram department and fixed on site.
• Is responsible for keeping expenses to a minimum following department and company guidelines. This includes motel, travel, meals, tools, supplies and payroll.

Benefits

• Advance Auto Parts offers a comprehensive health and wellness benefits program to improve the way of life for our Team Members and those who mean the most to them: their families.
• Find out more by visiting: https://jobs.advanceautoparts.com/us/en/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED