Store Area Lead — Growth Path to Management

Ocean-State-Job-Lot; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean State Job Lot in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Store Area Supervisor to oversee daily operations and merchandising for designated areas. The role emphasizes strong customer service, freight flow, and guidance from a Team Leader to develop leadership potential.

Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $21.00 per hour, with a 30% associate discount. The position is on-site, full-time, with opportunities to grow within the company as part of a collaborative, growth-oriented team.

Qualifications

• 1 year or more of professional retail experience.
• Customer service and training experience preferred.
• Experience with ordering, receiving, stocking, and maintaining merchandise.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service in a welcoming environment.
• Create and manage work schedules for the assigned area.
• Support training for store associates and foster growth.
• Manage merchandise presentation and pricing accuracy.
• Oversee safe, compliant store operations and opening/closing.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Training experience

Merchandise ordering

Receiving

Stocking

Maintenance experience

Tools

Google Workspace

Qlik

Job description

Ocean State Job Lot in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Store Area Supervisor to oversee daily operations and merchandising for designated areas. The role emphasizes strong customer service, freight flow, and guidance from a Team Leader to develop leadership potential.

Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $21.00 per hour, with a 30% associate discount. The position is on-site, full-time, with opportunities to grow within the company as part of a collaborative, growth-oriented team.