Merchandising Team Manager at Belk

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Retail Management, Visual Merchandising, Customer Experience, Team Management, Training, Coaching, Communication, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Performance Management, Diversity Promotion, Sales Support, Store Operations, Inventory Management, Signage Setup

Industry

Retail

Description

The Merchandising Team Manager is responsible for managing all customer facing store merchandising; including placement of new receipts, visual presentation, floor sets, customer Omni experience and more to drive store profitability. The Merchandising Team Manager is an exempt position, reporting to the Store Manager. Essential Functions: • Partner with the visual team to ensure that sales associate standards training takes place on a regular basis, and that new-hires participate in this training once they come on the sales floor. • Proactively plan for new receipts and anticipate the need to adjust product flow accordingly. • Lead the Merchandising Team to present merchandise consistent with visual and merchandising standards • Ensure the timely floor setup, including signage, for promotional events and seasonal business activity • Ensure direction of playbook and seasonal merchandise meetings • Manage the maintenance of the floor and stock areas consistent with store standards and use discretion to tailor standards to store needs. • Lead team to drive the Customer Experience both in store and Omni • Partner with the Sales Team Manager (STM) and visual associates to support the overall management of merchandise presentation of the store • Recruit, interview, and select and retain quality associates and ensure all positions are filled in a timely manner. • Maintain high store associate engagement. Provide efficient, timely communication of policies and other information. • Responsible for addressing all concerns or problems that develop within your team. • Ensure all associates receive and complete all necessary paperwork. • Train support direct reports in correct processes and procedures. • Provide effective coaching, to direct reports. • Conduct timely performance management process and communicate development needs with subordinates. • Set goals and identify areas for improvement for direct reports. • Utilize the corrective action process to consistently document and coach poor performers you identify. • Communicate with direct reports on possible career paths and advancement opportunities. • Develop and promote a diverse team. • Responsible for driving business results and customer experience through strong leadership of team. • Open and close the store, including weekends • Approve select point of sale transactions such as returns and voids. • Resolve escalated customer service issues as needed. • Understand and be able to use and train direct reports on all building operating systems. • Manage and lead entire store when store manager is not available. • Identify store and team needs and drive solutions to enhance store profitability. Education / Experience Requirements: Position Contribution Level: Intermediate Level Minimum Education & Experience: • Four-year college degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Experience in retail management. • Significant leadership experience Knowledge / Skills Requirements: • Proficient in computer business-related computer equipment and software (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc). • Excellent leadership, supervisory, analytical and reasoning skills. Physical Requirements: • Ability to use computer keyboard, standard telephone and other related business equipment. • Must be able to lift up to 40lbs. • Ability to push / pull receiving equipment weighing up to 500 lbs such as rolling flats, z-racks and pallet jacks. • Ability to stand for long periods of time. • Ability to twist, bend and stoop to retrieve items from floor, shelves, racks, and hooks and place items on floor, shelves, racks and hooks • Ability to work at a safe and steady pace. Reporting Relationships: Supervisor: Store Manager Supervises: Merchandising Team and Operations Team We’d love to have your smiling face on our team but not until you’re 16! Since you’re here you might as well do a little shopping. www.belk.com We set trends through our merchandise and, more importantly, through the way we work. At Belk you will find a positive, inclusive, vibrant and fast-paced environment where you have access to all the tools and resources necessary to be effective in your job. Furthermore, we know access to senior leadership is critical to making company-wide initiatives a reality and getting great ideas to the forefront of our business. Time and time again, our associates are grateful for the opportunities they have to meet with Belk´s senior most leaders. Diversity is about embracing our differences and realizing they are what makes us stronger. We believe in an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and welcomed to bring their whole selves to work or to shop. We are on a mission to break down inequality and leverage our influence to make a position impact against racism every day. Above all else, here you’ll find opportunities to make huge impact. It´s the result of dynamic initiatives, financial and structural support, and strong investments in the areas that are taking Belk to new heights. Back to Belk Careers Home Back to Belk Store Jobs List Accessibility Guidelines Belkcareers.com is committed to making the online application experience easy and accessible to individuals with disabilities. We’re constantly making improvements to comply with the "Americans with Disabilities Act" and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. If you can’t access information on belkcareers.com due to a disability, you may contact one of our friendly Shared Services representatives at 1-800-588-3700 to help you with the application process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Belk is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, hair style, hair texture, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Responsibilities

The Merchandising Team Manager is responsible for managing customer-facing store merchandising and driving store profitability through effective team leadership. This includes overseeing visual presentation, floor sets, and the overall customer experience.