Retail Merchandising & Inventory Supervisor

Staples; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Associate discounts

Job summary

Staples is hiring for a Merchandising & Inventory Supervisor in South Plainfield, NJ. This full-time permanent role focuses on inventory control, merchandising standards, and store operations to drive sales and customer satisfaction.

You will lead a team, manage weekly planograms, and assist customers with product solutions while contributing to a collaborative, fast-paced retail environment. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule to meet store needs.
• Solid understanding of merchandising and retail operations.
• Experience coaching a team or supervising others.
• Ability to engage customers and assess their needs.
• Ability to multitask with limited supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and perform physical duties.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and manages conflicts calmly.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and efficient inventory controls (Zero Balance, RTV, RTC, Cross Channel Returns, Reserve online pickup).
• Execute product activities including truck unloading, sorting, stocking, and maintaining stock levels.
• Perform weekly planograms and seasonal merchandising changes.
• Engage customers with selling skills and present solutions.
• Maintain a neat, inviting store environment; assist with cashier/returns on front end.
• Provide store leadership when scheduled as Manager on Duty; support other duties as assigned.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Merchandising knowledge

Team coaching

Customer engagement

Multitasking

Lift 100 lbs

High-paced environment

Conflict management

Integrity

Job description

Address 7000 Hadley Road, South Plainfield, NJ, 07080, US

Compensation $18.00 - $18.25/hour

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

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.

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
• 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.

Retail Merchandising & Inventory Supervisor Staples