FT Department Head - Seasonal

Farm & Home Supply; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package (medical, 1

Employee discount after 30 days

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Farm & Home Supply in Illinois is seeking a Department Head or Store Operations leader for a seasonal, full-time role. You will supervise merchandising, assist customers with orders, and ensure a clean, safe store environment.

The position requires 18+ years old, prior retail experience is preferred, and you must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training through The Outfitter and team collaboration are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• Six months of retail experience preferred.
• Positive attitude and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Help customers with special order requests; locate merchandise; educate them in product knowledge.
• Greet customers and maintain a positive attitude at all times.
• Verify proper product rotation and basic stocking across departments.
• Learn company procedures via The Outfitter.
• Remove damaged merchandise and manage inventory levels.
• Follow merchandising guidelines and set store ads/signage.
• Identify and display new items with management approval.
• Demonstrate merchandising presentation skills in aisles, end caps, displays.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow safety procedures.
• Communicate professionally with customers and store staff.
• Assist with price changes, markdowns, and labeling.
• Operate cash registers and assist customers with purchases.
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays.
• Lift up to 80 lbs.
• Keep stockroom organized.

Job description

Department Head - Seasonal

Store Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor on Duty

Classification: Non-Exempt / Hourly, Full-Time

To provide the best customer service and maximize sales through efficient execution of Company procedures.

Reports to:

Store Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor on Duty

Classification: Non-Exempt / Hourly, Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY

To provide the best customer service and maximize sales through efficient execution of Company procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Help customers with special order requests; locate merchandise; and educate them in product knowledge.
• Present a positive and friendly attitude at all times and greet all customers within ten feet.
• Verify proper product rotation and basic stockage of merchandise in multiple departments.
• Learn and retain information based on Farm & Home Supply’s web-based employee site, The Outfitter.
• Remove damaged merchandise as needed as well as review and correct outage overstocks to supply proper inventory levels.
• Follow company guidelines for department merchandising and set store ads and signage.
• Identify and display new items at designated locations with Management approval.
• Demonstrate strong merchandising presentation skills for in-aisles, end caps, and displays.
• Ensure a safe and clean work environment while following loss prevention and safety procedures using regular safety checks.
• Attend job-related meetings as well as review the F&H Weekly Update that is distributed to each store on a weekly basis.
• Professionally communicate with Customers, Management, and all store employees.
• Follow all applicable Company, local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Assist with price changes, markdowns, and labeling of merchandise.
• Operate cash registers and assist customers with carry out purchases.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Lift up to and including 80 lbs.
• Maintain and control an organized stockroom area.
• Consistent attendance for regularly scheduled work shifts is required.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Please note that this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position and may change at any time.
• Other duties and responsibilities that may be required to meet the needs of the business.

Minimum Requirements – Experience And Training

• Minimum Age is 18 years old.
• Six months of previous retail experience is preferred but not required.
• Positive attitude with a passion for collaborating with Team Members who want to grow.

Excellent Benefit Package

• Our Full-Time Team Members have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health and financial well-being by enrolling in medical, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage, along with a 401(k) retirement plan to help build for the future.
• A variety of additional supplemental benefits are also available, allowing you to tailor coverage to fit your individual needs.
• Team Members receive a competitive discount after the first 30 days of employment as well as several other exclusive retail perks.