Receiving & Inventory Team Lead

Meijer Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Team member discount

401(k) with company contributions

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer Inc. is seeking a team member to lead day-to-day operations, guide staff, and ensure superior customer service in-store. You will help meet department goals, train teammates, and uphold Meijer standards across pricing, stocking, and safety practices.

The role emphasizes coaching peers, improving the customer experience, and maintaining product quality while supporting store profitability. A customer-first mindset and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for customer service with total engagement that conveys approachability to customers and fellow team members.
• Initiates interactions with customers and peers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Retail or other customer service experience preferred.
• Creative thinking and ability to influence others.

Responsibilities

• Engage peers to provide the best shopping experience and checkout flow.
• Communicate with team and assign daily tasks.
• Mentor and coach teammates to meet sales goals and Meijer standards.
• Assist training of new team members and cross-train high-potential talent.
• Support department scheduling to improve engagement, service, sales, and profitability.
• Ensure product freshness by monitoring rotation and dating policies.
• Guide team on food safety standards and safe work practices.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, stocking, pricing, and displays where applicable.
• Foster an inclusive Meijer culture and diversity.
• Operate registers and handle cash when needed.
• Work with leadership on shift coverage and inventory cycles.
• May lead in other departments when required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Retail experience

Creative thinking

Influence others

Rapport building

Lifting ability

Execution

Job description

Meijer Inc. is seeking a team member to lead day-to-day operations, guide staff, and ensure superior customer service in-store. You will help meet department goals, train teammates, and uphold Meijer standards across pricing, stocking, and safety practices.

The role emphasizes coaching peers, improving the customer experience, and maintaining product quality while supporting store profitability. A customer-first mindset and strong communication are essential.