Merchandise & Store Operations Lead

Michaels; San Luis Obispo (CA); Hybrid; USD 2,445,000 - 3,182,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michael's Companies in San Luis Obispo is seeking a Merchandise Manager to drive merchandising and operational execution, including truck processing, inventory routines, planogram sets, and visual standards. You will ensure accurate pricing, timely promotional execution, and a customer-ready store environment through strong workload planning, staff development, and adherence to SOPs.

Lead and coach team members, manage vendor relationships, and maintain loss prevention practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years retail leadership experience.
• Experience in store operations and merchandising workflow.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in leading and managing adherence to SOPs and Company programs.
• Ensure execution of Company policies and standards, maintaining store conditions and results.
• Provide Manager-on-Duty coverage to maintain floor leadership and service standards.
• Lead truck execution processes for unloading and merchandise flow to the sales floor.
• Own workload planning and daily task prioritization with store leadership to align staffing.
• Execute and maintain Store-In-Stock Optimization routines for in-stock levels and replenishment.

Skills

Retail leadership

Job description

The Michael's Companies in San Luis Obispo is seeking a Merchandise Manager to drive merchandising and operational execution, including truck processing, inventory routines, planogram sets, and visual standards. You will ensure accurate pricing, timely promotional execution, and a customer-ready store environment through strong workload planning, staff development, and adherence to SOPs.

Lead and coach team members, manage vendor relationships, and maintain loss prevention practices.