Area Merchandiser Lead

Premium Retail Services; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Retail Services is seeking an Area Merchandiser Lead on our Precision Team to drive retail success across multiple store locations. You will support execution, troubleshoot challenges, and build strong relationships with store leadership and team members.

This role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to mentor peers, lead complex resets, and ensure high-quality retail execution through audits and client walks.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality execution.
• Available to work 32–35 hours per week.
• Experience mentoring or training team members in retail.
• Confident in building relationships with store personnel.
• Reliable, professional, and able to represent major brands.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and support team success.
• Willing to travel up to 150–200 miles between store locations and occasional overnight stays.
• Comfort using mobile apps, client platforms, and store technology.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned retail tasks on time.
• Address and resolve urgent store issues.
• Conduct store and rep audits for quality and consistency.
• Perform client walks and collaborate with clients as needed.
• Lead and support complex resets, solo or with a team.
• Review jobs and projects, including visit instructions and objectives.
• Complete time studies for upcoming work opportunities.
• Communicate clearly with management and field teams.
• Provide advanced training to existing representatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mentoring/Training

Relationship building

Communication

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Join Premium Retail Services as an Area Merchandiser Lead on our Precision Team and take the lead in driving retail success across multiple store locations. This role is a perfect fit for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with people, and has a strong understanding of retail operations and technology. As an Area Merchandiser Lead, you'll support execution, troubleshoot challenges, and foster meaningful relationships with both store leadership and team members.

What's in it for you?

• Work independently while collaborating closely with market coordinators, reps, and leadership.
• Lead and support your peers through training, coaching, and retail execution.
• Use your problem-solving skills to resolve urgent retail issues in real time.
• Be a visible leader in stores and a trusted point of contact for both team members and clients.
• Flexible workdays with autonomy to complete your schedule efficiently.
• Join a team that values leadership, initiative, and continuous improvement.

What will you do?

• Complete assigned retail tasks accurately and on time.
• Address and resolve urgent store issues as they arise.
• Conduct store and rep audits to ensure quality and consistency.
• Perform client walks and collaborate with clients when needed.
• Lead and support complex resets, individually or alongside a team.
• Conduct reviews for jobs and projects, including visit instructions, questions, and objectives.
• Complete time studies for upcoming work opportunities.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with management and field team members.
• Provide advanced training to existing representatives as needed.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and a passion for high-quality execution.
• Available to work 32–35 hours per week.
• Experience in mentoring or training team members in retail environments.
• Confident in building relationships and communicating with store personnel.
• Dependable, professional, and confident, representing major consumer brands.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and committed to team success.

What you'll need:

• Strong attention to detail and a passion for high-quality execution.
• Reliable transportation to travel up to 150–200 miles between store locations.
• Availability for occasional overnight stays.
• A high school diploma or GED. An associate degree is preferredor2+ years of grocery retail experience.
• Comfort using mobile apps, client platforms, and store tech.
• Ability to enable location services on your smartphone during work hours.

So, are you Premium's next Area Merchandiser Lead?

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