Automotive Dept Lead — Inventory & Merchandising Pro

Rural King; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Discount program

Virtual doctor visits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Rural King is seeking a Department Lead to oversee a store department, ensuring efficient operations, accurate inventory, and appealing displays to enhance the shopping experience. You will manage price changes, planograms, and department cleanliness while delivering exceptional customer service and support to front-end staff.

Ideal candidates have retail experience, strong communication, adaptability, and a customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• 2+ years retail experience in a department role.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and shifts.
• Strong customer service focus and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using computer systems and store tech.

Responsibilities

• Oversee department operations including scanning outs and inventory.
• Manage price changes and labeling to reflect planograms.
• Ensure clean, organized, and visually appealing displays.
• Support front-end tasks including checkout loadouts when needed.
• Provide friendly, proactive customer service and assistance to staff and customers.
• Participate in cross-training and development opportunities.

Skills

Retail experience

Communication skills

Adaptability

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Rural King is seeking a Department Lead to oversee a store department, ensuring efficient operations, accurate inventory, and appealing displays to enhance the shopping experience. You will manage price changes, planograms, and department cleanliness while delivering exceptional customer service and support to front-end staff.

Ideal candidates have retail experience, strong communication, adaptability, and a customer-focused mindset.