A Merchandising Manager manages the buying and stocking of goods to be re-sold to customers in a retail store, including clothing and other consumer products. Follows trends, anticipates consumer demand, directs buying and manages inventory; displays merchandise that will sell well at retail. Produces or monitors sales reports. May supervise a staff of buyers, in a larger retail store or department, or train and supervise retail sales staff.
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Merchandising Service Manager
Location:
Thomaston, ME 2496
Category:
Store Operations
Job ID:
JR02571386
widget:
Full time
Department:
MST Day
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Merchandising Service Manager 164 New County Road
Location
Thomaston, ME 2496
Category
Store Operations
Job Id
JR02571386
Job Type
Full time
Department
MST Day
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership
Schedules Merchandising Service team and manages resources for the team to drive efficient project execution in fulfillment of the overall Merchandising Service strategy
Guides Merchandising Service Associates (MSAs) around project priorities, scheduling, expectations, and needs (e.g., materials, supplies, time)
Delivers onboarding and training, provides onthejob coaching, and mentors MSAs
Coaches MSAs on performance
Creates tailored developments plans for MSAs by analyzing metric and individual strengths, weaknesses, and needs
Handles disciplinary actions and proactively partners with HR business partner
Manages project, travel, display, fixture expenses and weekly payroll
Identifies and resolves project and/or storelevel issues using available resources
Summarizes and communicates project information, updates, and feedback on project execution with store team, field leaders, and corporate teams
Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, merchandising, and displays to be shared across the district, region, and enterprise, as appropriate
Lead team to merchandise our live goods in garden centers
Lead teams ranging from 1121 people
Collaborate with Field Project managers on large third party labor projects when needed
Customer Service
Provides SMART customer service at all times through the daily execution of Lowe's customer service policies, procedures and programs
Seeks out customers to understand his/her needs and assists in locating, demonstrating, selecting, carrying, and/or loading merchandise
Listens to and responds knowledgeably and promptly to customer and employee questions by taking them to areas of the store and walking them through projects when necessary
Demonstrates sincere appreciation to customers
Communicates information to customers regarding all stock, special order merchandise, feature benefits, application, and warranty information related to Lowe's programs
Supports those that directly help customers by providing the tools and resources needed
Lead daily price change execution, audit and update price labels inside and outside the store
Instock
Oversees that merchandise is stocked, fronted, and fully packed down in assigned area according to planogram
Confirms that all signage, reorder stickers, pricing, and product information is accurate
Confirms all product displays, resets, and bay integrity efforts are completed according to Lowe's specifications, planograms, and merchandising and safety standards
Collaborates with receiving departments in assigned stores to establish or revise the staging process for reset product and product support materials
Leads efforts of buyback items and ensures they are pulled, prepped, and ready for shipping
Oversees the proper processing of damaged products
Clean and Safe Stores
Detects common signs of shoplifting, theft, and other security risks, and promptly communicates them to management and/or Asset Protection
Ensures compliance with housekeeping standards and programs (e.g., Zone Recovery) to maintain cleanliness and organization of store and working areas
Maintains a safe and secure work environment, which may include conducting daily safety reviews, noting hazards, keeping aisles clear, and securing doors and gates
Adheres to all safety requirements relevant to one's regular job duties: top stock safety, reinstalling safety cables, use of aisle blockers, a tether line on power equipment, spotters, and safety devices
Operates store equipment as needed depending on one specific role and department (e.g., Zebra phone, telephone, paging system, copiers, fax machines, computers, CCTV surveillance system, key cutter, panel saw, paint mixer, flooring cutters, compacter baler)
Maintain pointofsale signage including bin plus beam label stock ensuring all bin locators are placed and price changes are activated
Follow statespecific guidelines on price changes (Pricing Policy SF06)
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED General Studies or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable
2 Years Customer service or retail experience in a fastpaced retail environment (or 1 year of Lowe's store experience)
1 Year Experience as a team lead or leading others in an informal capacity
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory experience including coaching/training and evaluating the performance of direct reports Merchandising experience including reading planograms, setting up and tearing down displays Experience operating power equipment such as lifts, order pickers, and similar equipment
Pay Range:
$25.20 $26.25 per hour
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits. Associate Benefits (https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/joiningourteam) Working at one of the largest retail companies has its perks. We offer exceptional benefits and wellness programs for eligible fulltime and parttime associates, tailored for many different lifestyles. Our benefits range from health, vision and dental insurance to paid vacation, tuition assistance and parental and familybuilding benefits. Plus, we offer learning and development opportunities to help our associates grow their skills and achieve their goals.
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Life and Disability insurance
Paid time off based on role, tenure, and locality, including vacation, holidays, sick and volunteer time
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
401(k) Retirement account with company match
Employee Assistance Program with concierge, work/life services and nocost counseling for all kinds of needs
Education support programs, including tuition assistance and trade skills scholarships
Business Travel Accident insurance
Maternity and Parental leave
Adoption assistance
Lowe's Associate Discount and broad discount platform
Other discretionary benefits (based on eligibility) include annual bonuses, enrollment in Lowe's Employee Stock Purchase Plan and/or deferred compensation plan, and grant awards
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (
NYSE:
LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com. Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.