Book Lead - 681

Book Lead:

The Book Lead oversees the maintenance and merchandising of all book departments, including, but not limited to Best-Sellers, Action Alley/Seasonal Sets, Bargain, and Kids. The Book Lead is also the primary trainer on these areas for new associates and managers.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Train all new Associates on the different book departments and products

• Review the Key Metrics, and Line Item Discount reports weekly to identify any training opportunities

• Ensure an understanding of the Action Alley Feature Rank and Category Sales Review

• Ensure product is merchandised correctly in relevant departments

• Ensure Action Alley is set and merchandised to company standards

• Coordinate the Tuesday Task process for all book departments

• Coordinate the COMP process for all book departments

• Coordinate the Markdown process and ensure product counts are updated.

• Adhere to all Books-A-Million Policies and Procedures

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 18 years of age or older

• Positive background check

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Completion of all required training courses

• Comprehensive product knowledge

Preferred Skills

• Detail oriented

• Strong customer service skills

• Strong training skills

• Demonstrated ability to act in a mature and conscientious manner

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Standing for up to 8 – 10 hours
• Lifting up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Speaking, hearing, bending, reaching, stooping, climbing
• Ability to climb via step stool or ladder