Key Carrier

Houchens Food Group; Portland (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Houchens Ace Hardware is seeking a dependable team member responsible for store operations, including opening and closing the store, directing staff in the absence of management, handling merchandise receiving, cash transactions, and inventory control. The role emphasizes safety compliance and proactive problem solving to Amaze Every Customer Every Time.

The ideal candidate has some retail experience, strong computer skills, data handling ability, and a valid driver's license for shop-related

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 6 months to 1 year retail experience.
• Technically proficient with computer systems and related software.
• Gather and analyze data and maintain accurate records.
• Take initiative, assume responsibility, and execute thoroughly.
• Interact with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Possess a valid driver license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Open and/or close the store as dictated by schedule.
• Serve as Manager on Duty in the absence of management, directing the store team and adhering to policies.
• Assist with receiving merchandise and cash register transactions, daily cash reconciliation, and inventory control.
• Resolve or report issues related to shifts, customers, or products.
• Enforce safety policies and act as a safety role model.
• Complete other tasks assigned by supervision.

Skills

Retail experience

Data analysis

Computer skills

Record keeping

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Reports to: Store Manager, Assistant Manager

Direct Reports: None

Position Summary

Upholds the Core Values as determined by the management team. Primary responsibility for all positions with Houchens Ace Hardware is to Amaze Every Customer Every Time. The Key Carrier is responsible for the overall direction of store associates and coordination of store operations in the absence of key store management.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for opening and/or closing the store as dictated by schedule
• In the absence of management staff, serves as the “Manager on Duty” by directing the store team, and adhering to company directed policies and procedures as they relate to the store operations; receiving of merchandise, store opening and closing processes, cash register transactions, daily cash reconciliation, and inventory control.
• Resolve and/or report any issues pertaining the shift including employee, customer, product issues, etc.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures, and serves as role model for safety.
• Other assigned tasks as directed by Supervision

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months-1 year of retail experience.
• Technically proficient in computer systems including related software
• Gather and analyze data and maintain accurate records.
• Take initiative, assume responsibility, and execute thoroughly.
• Interact with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Possess a valid driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with company’s insurance carrier’s standards.

Houchens Food Group is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, or pregnancy. Applicants may request accommodations based on religious beliefs, disability, or pregnancy.

Subject to pre-employment background and drug screening.