Merchandising Execution Team Supervisor- South Ozone Park, NY - Full-time / Part-time

Position Purpose:

Shift is 2pm-11pm, Monday through Friday.

 Merchandising Execution Team (MET) Supervisors lead and influence a team of Merchandising Execution Associates (MEAs) as they execute general service guidelines throughout all departments within a store.  MET Supervisors direct the work priorities of their teams based on the directives of the District Execution Manager (DEM), while building and maintaining strong relationships. MET Supervisors supervise the work activities and job performance of associates within their location. MET Supervisors monitor and are responsible for key metrics including safety, quality and productivity. MET Supervisors provide hiring recommendations to the DEM and are responsible for coaching and training MEA associates within their location.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities:

30% Business Planning and Execution:

•  Provide direction to associates to assign work and ensure completion of activities
• Plan the activities of the team in his/her location and ensure execution in relation to Merchandising Services standards
• Conduct walks and utilize reports to drive execution of merchandising standards safely, accurately and productively
• Provide direction for merchandising project preparation
• Monitor and identify labor needs in partnership with DEM
• Communicate and interact with store leadership

30% Drives Results:

•  Monitor set compliance with planogram; ensure merchandise is displayed in a neat and appealing manner
• Ensure that POP and signage is ordered and properly set according to planogram
• Provide direction on merchandising activities in accordance with Merchandising Action Planner and other assigned off-shelf merchandising
• Ensure accuracy of assigned operational tasking including bay integrity activities are completed
• Support project preparation and execution
• Partner with store leadership to markdown all damaged or unsellable merchandise
• Work alongside associates to complete tasks as needed
• Lead and influence a team of MEAs as they execute general service guidelines and project execution throughout the store

30% Coaching and Developing Associates:

•  Motivate, coach, develop and train associates
• Participate in MEA interview process and make recommendations to DEM on final selections
• Recommend and provide input to DEM regarding discipline, performance feedback, rewards and recognition for MEAs. Deliver in partnership with DEM.
• Manage communication to team members on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis

10% Other tasks as assigned

Nature and Scope:

• Position reports to District Execution Manager (DEM).
• Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. Planning, monitoring and reviewing work of subordinates is required. This may include direct supervision of a shift.
• Makes recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development.

Environmental Job Requirements:

Environment:

Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical

discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.

Travel:

 Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Additional Environmental Job Requirements:

• Due to forklifts and other heavy equipment traveling through the store, temporary cracks may occur in the floor, causing an uneven walking surface.
• The warehouse environment can be dusty and noisy.
• Doors are frequently open, causing drafts and interior temperature changes.
• Floors around work area may become slippery during wet weather conditions.
• May have to handle merchandise and work with tools with sharp edges.
• Passing forklifts emit gas fumes.
• Tools, supplies and related merchandise may contain hazardous materials.

Standard Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must pass the Drug Test.
• Must pass pre-employment test if applicable.

Additional Minimum Qualifications:

Education Required:

 The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diplomas

and/or GED.

Certifications & Licenses:

Physical Requirements:

 Must continuously stand or walk or regularly requires lifting/handling/carrying material or equipment of

moderate weight (8-20 pounds).

Additional Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year supervisory experience
• Experience working in retail merchandising service industry or working directly for large scale retailer
• Basic computer skills with knowledge of web based applications and handheld technology
• Experience working on teams, with heavy reliance on team to accomplish goals.
• Experience leading teams

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Business Acumen- knowledgeable in current and future information affecting his/her business and organization.
• Time Management- values time and can get to a broader range of activities.
• Directing Others- is good at establishing clear direction and lays out work in a well- planned and organized manner
• Managing and Measuring Work- clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions; monitors process, progress and results.
• Managerial Courage- provides current, direct, complete and “actionable” positive and
• corrective feedback to others.
• Drives for results- steadfastly push self and others for results.
• Motivating others- can motivate many kinds of direct reports and team or project members.
• Building Effective Teams- creates a feeling of belonging in the team and defines success in terms of the whole team.