Area Merchandiser Lead: Store Ops & Training Champion

Premium Retail Services; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible workdays

Travel between store locations

Leadership training and coaching

Job summary

Premium Retail Services is seeking an Area Merchandiser Lead to drive retail success across multiple store locations. You will lead teams, train peers, and serve as a trusted contact for store leadership and clients in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires mentoring or training experience, strong relationship building, and excellent execution. Travel up to 150–200 miles between locations may be required, with 32–35 hours per week and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Experience mentoring or training team members in retail environments.
• Comfort using mobile apps, client platforms, and store tech.
• Ability to build strong relationships with store personnel and clients.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality execution.

Responsibilities

• 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 with a team.
• Conduct reviews for jobs and projects, including visit instructions, questions, and objectives.
• Complete time studies for upcoming work opportunities.
• Communicate clearly with management and field team members.
• Provide advanced training to existing representatives as needed.

Skills

Retail operations

Mentoring/training

Relationship building

Communication

Problem solving

Mobile apps/user tech

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Store tech

Client platforms

Mobile apps

Job description

Premium Retail Services is seeking an Area Merchandiser Lead to drive retail success across multiple store locations. You will lead teams, train peers, and serve as a trusted contact for store leadership and clients in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires mentoring or training experience, strong relationship building, and excellent execution. Travel up to 150–200 miles between locations may be required, with 32–35 hours per week and flexible schedules.