Store Merchandising & Operations Lead

Belk; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus eligibility

Job summary

Belk is seeking a Merchandising Team Manager to lead a team in store operations, merchandising, and facilities, delivering a positive customer experience and driving sales, metrics, and profitability.

The role directs cross-functional collaboration with operations, visual merchandising, and selling teams to keep presentations elevated, pricing accurate, and signage compliant, while optimizing planning and execution across the store.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Visual Merchandising or Retail Management.
• Ability to apply analytics to store objectives and profitability decisions.
• Strong coaching and communication skills to develop associates.

Responsibilities

• Lead team in back-of-house operations: receiving, inbound/outbound deliveries, and stock processing.
• Direct front-of-house operations: product placement, floor sets, replenishment, pricing, and signage.
• Collaborate with selling and visual teams to maintain merchandise presentations and planograms.
• Participate in weekly leadership planning to forecast receipts and labor needs.
• Ensure onboarding, training, and development of associates; coach for performance.
• Support recruiting, interviews, and talent development for bench strength.
• Control shortages and uphold asset protection, safety, and standards.

Skills

Ownership & accountability

Analytical decision making

Mentorship & coaching

Self-directed

Excellent communication

Tech literacy (smartphones/tablets/Win

Visual Merchandising/ Retail Mgmt exp

Flexible schedule (nights/weekends/hol

Mobility across store

Lift 50 lbs / push 500 lb equipment

Job description

Belk is seeking a Merchandising Team Manager to lead a team in store operations, merchandising, and facilities, delivering a positive customer experience and driving sales, metrics, and profitability.

The role directs cross-functional collaboration with operations, visual merchandising, and selling teams to keep presentations elevated, pricing accurate, and signage compliant, while optimizing planning and execution across the store.