Team Lead -Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)

Len Busch Roses•Plymouth, MN

21d•$21 - $23

About The Position

This Team Lead will guide and support our Delivery and Merchandising team members through daily priorities and execution. You’ll provide hands-on coaching, help remove obstacles, and keep the team aligned, productive, and customer-focused. This role sets the tone for clear communication, accountability, and collaboration while creating a positive, inclusive work environment where team members can do their best work. What you’ll do As the VMI Team Lead , you’ll lead the team through daily plans and execution, including completing routes, caring for product in customer stores, assisting with truck loading, and stepping in to support order fulfillment as needed. You’ll reinforce strong safety and cleanliness standards and serve as the primary fill-in merchandiser for open routes, helping ensure consistent, reliable service for our customers.

Requirements

Foster teamwork and collaboration across the team
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills required (Outlook, MS Word, Excel)
Attention to detail; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
High level of organization and time management
Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize
Strong ability to problem solve
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
Flexible to work overtime, adjusted hours, and occasional weekends
Must meet DOT physical requirements, pass drug screening, and maintain safe driving record

Responsibilities

Lead the team in the execution of tasks: safe operation of VMI delivery vehicles, in-store merchandising, product care, and quality.
Complete daily merchandising routes to quality and merchandising standards; fill in on open routes when necessary.
Manage actual staffing vs. scheduled staffing, ensuring timely communication and alignment to daily work demands.
Execute the daily labor plan and make adjustments as needed to ensure on-time delivery.
Support product picking, packing, staging, and truck loading for VMI routes.
Execute onboarding and training plans with mentors to align new hires with leadership expectations and merchandising standards.
Ensure essential supplies and tools are stocked and available to the team.
Build strong partnerships with LBR store contacts, Sales, Product Management, and cross-functional departments by communicating key issues professionally and promptly.
Promote a strong safety culture through team stretching, training on relevant safety subjects, safe backing certifications, and immediate response to safety risks.
Participate in continuous improvement and standard work audits to drive performance into targets and improve processes.