Retail Operations & Merchandising Manager

The Michael's Companies

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 23,000 - 31,000

Full time

2 days ago

Be an early applicant

Application generator

Turn this role into an interview — a resume and cover letter built around what this employer wants.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

The Michaels Companies in Cedar Knolls, NJ seeks a Merchandise Manager to drive merchandising and operational execution, including truck processing, inventory routines, planogram sets, and visual standards. You will ensure accurate pricing, timely promotions, and a customer-ready store environment through strong workload planning and inventory management.

As a key member of the store leadership team, you will support SOP adherence, lead truck and replenishment activities, manage in-stock levels,

Qualifications

3+ years of retail leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Assist Store Manager in enforcing SOPs and company programs.
Ensure execution of policies and maintain store conditions.
Provide Manager-on-Duty coverage and maintain floor leadership.
Lead truck execution, unloading, sorting, and flow of merchandise.
Own workload planning and align staffing with business needs.
Execute Store-In-Stock Optimisation routines for in-stock levels.
Oversee planogram execution and visual merchandising standards.
Support a clean, organized store environment including backroom and sales floor.
Manage inventory control, accuracy, and stock movement.
Execute ad sets and ensure compliant signage and product placement.
Oversee ship-from-store fulfillment and RTV/ASN processes.
Manage store damages procedures and shrink reduction.
Train and coach team members; partner in asset protection.