Hardware Lead - Bid

Giant Eagle; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail industry seeks a Hardware Lead to support the Hardware Team Leader. The role involves managing inventory, maximizing department profitability, and delivering exceptional customer service while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• 0 to 6 months of experience in a related field preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean environment conforming to health and OSHA standards.
• Assist in sales maximization through effective inventory management.
• Respond to customer inquiries and assist Team Leader with scheduling.

Skills

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

As a Hardware Lead, you will assist the Hardware Team Leader in the day-to-day operations of the Hardware department. Your responsibilities include maximizing sales and profitability, controlling expenses, ensuring the department is well-stocked and merchandised, and providing excellent customer service.

Job Description

• Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
• Experience Desired: Industry experience in hardware, plumbing, electrical, construction, or contracting
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean environment to meet health and OSHA requirements.
• Provide products and services that satisfy internal and external customers, adhering to the company's values.
• Assist the Team Leader with employee scheduling and work delegation to maximize store profits.
• Help with inventory management by tracking reports and ordering raw materials and supplies to meet customer needs and maximize profits.
• Stock merchandise, maintain shelves and displays, including product rotation.
• Respond to customer questions in a friendly and accurate manner.
• Assist in implementing merchandising plans to meet financial objectives.
• Ensure procedures are followed to achieve out-of-stock percentage goals.
• Monitor operations, seek ways to control costs, increase profitability, and utilize supply chain processes effectively.
• Coordinate with other departments to develop marketing plans aligned with financial goals.
• Keep accurate records of department activities and maintain documentation.
• Assist with designing and building displays and collaborate with other departments as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of the department through regular clean-ups and sweeping.
• Operate the paper baler to make bales as required.