Retail Freight Flow Lead

DICK'S Sporting Goods; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK’S Sporting Goods in Annapolis, MD is seeking a Freight Flow Lead who will be the in-store expert for the department, guiding teammates and delivering strong customer service while upholding brand standards.

You will work with in-store leadership to staff, train, and coach, drive merchandising execution, safety, and daily operations, and ensure a hassle-free shopping experience for customers and teammates alike.

Qualifications

• Flexible availability - including nights, weekend, and holidays.
• Prior retail sales experience (or customer-focused experience) preferred.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull and lift up to 15 to 50 lbs repeatedly (up to 25 times per hour).
• Ability to work extended periods of standing or walking (up to 4 hours).
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.+ intermittently with assistance or lifting equipment.
• Ability to work at heights greater than 4 feet with ladder or platforms.

Responsibilities

• Supports building and hiring a strong team by observing in-store interviews and department tours.
• Builds a people-first culture by connecting with every teammate to build trust and respect.
• Plans, organizes, and controls 30-days out with the guidance of the ASM; aligns workforce and tasks.
• Leverages teammates to ensure brand standards, programs, and tasks are executed daily.
• Assists store leadership with supervision, opening/closing, front end functions, and firearms sales compliance.
• Upholds merchandising and presentation standards with floor sets, signage, price changes.
• Assists with training teammates on procedures and programs; onboarding and cross-training.
• Prioritizes coaching and development; leads by example to align responsibilities to goals.
• Creates an inclusive store environment where everyone feels welcome and safe.
• Adheres to safety, loss prevention, and SOPs; maintains confidentiality of company information.
• Takes an all-hands-on-deck approach to support the team; performs other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Retail sales

People leadership

Customer service

Team coaching

Job description

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

Overview

The Freight Flow Lead has a direct impact on both the execution of brand standards as well as the teammate experience. With the guidance of the Assistant Store Manager and Store Manager, the Freight Flow Lead is the in-store expert of their business / department. The Lead is focused on delivering the best service to customers as well as providing direction to teammates as their immediate point of contact and coach. Their ability to lead by example, be empathic, relentless in the face of adversity, optimistic, and collaborative with teammates is how they differentiate themselves.

• Supports building and hiring a strong team by observing in-store interviews and department tours.
• Builds a people-first culture by connecting with every teammate in the store to build mutual trust, respect, and contribute to the strong store recognition culture.

• Plans, organizes, controls 30-days out with the guidance of Assistant Store Manager; including building an effective approach and aligning on necessary workforce to execute daily assignments, game plans, projects, or store events.
• Strategically leverages teammates to ensure brand standards are met, programs and processes are executed daily, and tasks are delegated based on their priority level.
• Assists the store leadership team with general supervision in the store in accordance with Company policies and procedures, including opening and closing the store, performing Front End and Cash Office functions, and processing firearms sales in compliance with State and Federal ATF regulations, where applicable.
• Upholds company merchandising and presentation standards by following established floor sets, signage requirements, price changes, inventory presentation and replenishment standards, etc.
• Assists with training teammates on company procedures and programs; this includes onboarding new teammates and cross‑training current teammates.

• Prioritizes coaching and developing oneself and others; provides hands‑on coaching and teaches the why behind tasks, plans, and processes (e.g., NSPP, Scorecards, LP, etc.).
• Leads by example to support the vision of the organization and store by helping teammates understand how their responsibilities directly align to the common purpose, organizational goals, and delivering a hassle‑free shopping experience.
• Creates an inclusive store environment where everyone (teammates & customers) feels welcome and safe and is treated with respect.
• Adheres to established policies and procedures related to safety, loss prevention and standard operating procedures. Maintains confidentiality of all Company information.
• Takes an all‑hands‑on‑deck approach to support the team across the store.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by management.

Leadership Traits

Our Leadership Competencies set the bar of what great people leaders look like. They define the behaviors of leaders that can drive the business and build great talent. Here are the competencies we expect from our Store leaders:

• Ensures Accountability
• Customer-Focus
• Collaborative
• Instills Trust
• Decision-Quality/Decision-Making Abilities
• Action-Oriented
• Engagement Driver
• Talent Developer
• Effective Team Building Skills
• Plans & Aligns

Qualifications

• Flexible availability - including nights, weekend, and holidays.
• Prior retail sales experience (or customer-focused experience) preferred.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull and lift up 15 to 50 lbs. items repetitively (up to 25 times per hour).
• Ability to work extended periods of time (up to 4 hours) standing or walking.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, reach, push, pull and lift up to 70 lbs.+ items intermittently (up to 15 times per hour) with assistance and/or the use of manual lifting equipment, e.g., pallet jack, dolly, etc.
• Ability to work at heights greater than 4 feet with use of a ladder, aerial lifting device, or platform.

Targeted Pay Range: $19.50 - $28.50. Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, location, experience and position offered. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.DICK'S Sporting Goods complies with all state paid leave requirements. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit www.benefityourliferesources.com.