Retail Merchandising & Store Operations Lead

Michaels; Cedar Knolls (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Michaels Companies, Inc. in Cedar Knolls, NJ is seeking a Merchandise Manager who drives merchandising and operational execution in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will oversee truck processing, planogram sets, pricing accuracy, and visual standards to ensure a customer-ready store. Responsibilities include leading SOP adherence, providing MOD coverage, driving in-stock optimization, and coaching team members to meet store goals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years retail leadership experience.
• Experience in store merchandising and inventory control is preferred.
• Strong ability to train and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead truck execution, unloading, sorting, and flow of merchandise to the sales floor.
• Own workload planning and daily task prioritization with store leadership.
• Execute and maintain Store-In-Stock Optimization (SISO) routines to drive in-stock levels and replenishment accuracy.
• Oversee Planogram (POG) execution and ensure visual merchandising standards are met.
• Manage pricing accuracy, promotional execution, and backroom/store organization.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Inventory management

Planning

Job description

The Michaels Companies, Inc. in Cedar Knolls, NJ is seeking a Merchandise Manager who drives merchandising and operational execution in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will oversee truck processing, planogram sets, pricing accuracy, and visual standards to ensure a customer-ready store. Responsibilities include leading SOP adherence, providing MOD coverage, driving in-stock optimization, and coaching team members to meet store goals.