Team Lead Merchandiser

Channel Partners•Middle Township, NJ

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Team Lead Merchandiser manages an on-site merchandising crew performing special projects such as resets, remodels, and new-store execution. The role ensures projects are completed on time and within budget while promoting teamwork among the crew, store operations, and construction teams and meeting company and retailer standards. Team Leads represent Channel Partners and its business units in interactions with retail partners, customers, and external vendors, and support company policies and procedures. Assignments may range from 0 to 40 hours per week depending on project volume, travel willingness, and acceptance of other available projects. The role requires travel of at least 50%, with possible daily or overnight travel and possible nights and weekends. Physical work makes up approximately 95% of the role and includes lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials and equipment, frequent ladder use, and work at potentially precarious or elevated locations.

Requirements

At least two years of retail industry experience, including merchandising, installation, and leadership experience.
Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication, and customer support skills.
Working knowledge of plan-o-grams and floorplans, knowledge of blueprints, and ability to cross-reference multiple documents.
Strong knowledge of fixture construction, including racking, shelves, assembly, cash-register wraps, and other fixtures; ability to anchor gondolas and install seismic anchors where needed.
Completion of all internal certifications and training programs; certification to operate machinery such as forklifts or scissor lifts may be required.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, internet access, and basic tools such as a cordless drill, hammer drill, hammers, mallet, box cutter, and screwdrivers; specialty tools may be required.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Computer software knowledge, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Personal mobile device required.
Willingness to travel at least 50%.
Ability to perform physical work involving extended periods of stooping, standing, bending, sitting, kneeling, and squatting; frequently lift 50 pounds or more; perform repetitive motions; and push or pull materials and equipment.
Ability to frequently climb and descend ladders and work at potentially precarious or high locations.

Responsibilities

Represent Channel Partners and its business units in interactions with retail partners, customers, and external vendors.
Carry out company needs while supporting Channel Partners’ policies and procedures.
Regularly communicate assigned project updates, successes, and opportunities to the Project Manager and/or District Manager.
Identify project opportunities and collaborate with the Project Manager or District Manager on action plans to address them.
Submit project-related reporting and schedules accurately and on time.
Create a positive, engaging team environment with open-door communication.
Delegate and monitor team performance on assigned projects, providing coaching and training as needed.
Motivate team members with positive feedback and recognition.
Listen to team members’ feedback and resolve issues or conflicts.
Maintain OSHA-required safety standards and report accidents immediately.
Bring assigned projects in at or under budgeted hours.
Manage the crew’s execution of resets, remodels, and new-store projects to meet timing, budget, and company and retailer standards.