Retail Merchandising & Inventory Team Lead

Staples, Inc.; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Associate discounts on in-store and on

Discounts at retailers and more

Weekly pay

Career development program

Job summary

Staples, Inc. in New Jersey is seeking Merchandising & Inventory Supervisors to lead store operations, stock management, and customer service excellence. You will coach a team, manage inventory controls, and ensure planograms and promotions are executed accurately.

The role involves front-end responsibilities, occasional leadership as Manager on Duty, and a fast-paced retail environment that values teamwork and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail merchandising and store operations.
• Proven ability to coach a team and supervise staff.
• Strong customer service skills and sales mindset.
• Experience managing inventory controls and planograms.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Flexible schedule to meet store needs.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate inventory controls such as Zero Balance, RTV, and returns.
• Unload trucks, sort, stock, and maintain stock levels.
• Execute weekly planograms and seasonal merchandising changes.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.
• Engage customers with basic selling skills and solutions.
• Maintain a neat and inviting store environment.
• Perform cashier, returns, and online reservations duties.
• Provide store leadership when scheduled as Manager on Duty.
• Flexibly perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Merchandising

Team coaching

Customer service

Inventory management

Cashier duties

Manual handling

Job description

Staples, Inc. in New Jersey is seeking Merchandising & Inventory Supervisors to lead store operations, stock management, and customer service excellence. You will coach a team, manage inventory controls, and ensure planograms and promotions are executed accurately.

The role involves front-end responsibilities, occasional leadership as Manager on Duty, and a fast-paced retail environment that values teamwork and guest satisfaction.