Retail Merchandising & Inventory Supervisor

Staples, Inc.; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours

Paid time off

Career development program

Weekly pay

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Associate discounts on in-store and

Discounts at hundreds of retailers

Job summary

Staples, Inc. is hiring Merchandising & Inventory Supervisors to support Sales Floor merchandising, signage standards, and inventory control. You will lead and coach a team in a collaborative, fast-paced retail environment, delivering excellent customer service and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities include implementing weekly planograms, unloading trucks, stocking, and maintaining stock levels, while ensuring a neat, inviting store. Prior retail leadership experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Able to work a flexible schedule based on the store's needs.
• Clear understanding of merchandising and retail operations.
• Experience managing and coaching a team and/or supervising others.
• Must be able to engage and speak to customers and understand their needs.
• Ability to multitask effectively with limited or no supervision.
• Ability to lift, push or pull materials up to 100 pounds, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously.
• Work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Manage conflict in a nonconfrontational and cooperative manner.
• Honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
• Preferred but not required: key holder experience within a retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and efficient inventory controls: Zero Balance, Return to Vendor, Return to Warehouse, Cross Channel Returns, Reserve online pick up in store
• Execute all product activities including truck unloading, sorting, stocking, and maintaining stock levels
• Execute Weekly Planograms and seasonal promo merchandising changeover
• Deliver exceptional customer service
• Understand and utilize basic selling skills to properly engage and present solutions to our customers
• Provide an inviting environment for the customers by maintaining a neat and clean store
• Perform front end responsibilities such as cashier, returns, and online reservations
• Provide store leadership when scheduled as the "Manager on Duty"
• Be flexible to perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Flexible schedule

Merchandising

Team supervision

Customer engagement

Multitasking

Lifting 100 lb

Stress management

Job description

Merchandising & Inventory Supervisors

demonstrate their passion for Sales Floor Merchandising and Signage Standards, Inventory Management, Back-Room Operations and Customer Service through actions and coaching. You will be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Hiring immediately.

After applying, you may have the opportunity to schedule an in-person interview within minutes.

Get great perks.

• Full-time hours, generous paid time off, career development program and weekly pay
• Compensation is based on qualifications and experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Full medical, dental and vision insurance
• Associate discounts on in-store and online merchandise, services and warranty plans
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and more
• And many more benefits

Play a central role in helping your store, your people and your customers win.

• Process accurate and efficient inventory controls: Zero Balance, Return to Vendor, Return to Warehouse, Cross Channel Returns, Reserve online pick up in store
• Execute all product activities including truck unloading, sorting, stocking, and maintaining stock levels
• Execute Weekly Planograms and seasonal promo merchandising changeover
• Deliver exceptional customer service
• Understand and utilize basic selling skills to properly engage and present solutions to our customers
• Provide an inviting environment for the customers by maintaining a neat and clean store
• Perform front end responsibilities such as cashier, returns, and online reservations
• Provide store leadership when scheduled as the "Manager on Duty"
• Be flexible to perform other duties as assigned

Essential skills and experience:

• Able to work a flexible schedule based on the store's needs
• Has a clear understanding of merchandising and retail operations
• Experience managing and coaching a team and/or supervising others
• Must be able to engage and speak to customers and understand their needs
• Ability to handle many priorities and to multitask effectively with limited or no supervision
• Ability to lift, push or pull materials in the 100-pound range, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously
• Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
• Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
• Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
• Preferred but not required: key holder experience within a retail environment

Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.