Merchandise Assistant Manager

Position Summary – Merchandise Assistant Manager

Turner Ace Hardware has an immediate opening for a Merchandise Assistant Manager. The Merchandise Assistant Manager will partner with the Store Manager and other department managers to ensure all basic and seasonal merchandise is displayed, stocked, replenished, and accurately priced. They will follow merchandise procedures for the store and be responsible for running and reviewing, investigating irregularities, and reconciling various merchandise reports.

Company Summary – Turner Ace Hardware

As your local Ace Hardware, our store is a member of the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the industry. Ace Hardware began as a small chain of stores in 1924 and has grown to include more than 4,600 stores in 50 states and more than 70 countries. As part of a cooperative, every Ace Hardware store is independently owned. From neighborhood hardware stores to lumberyards to super-size home centers, each Ace Hardware is unique and tailored to meet the needs of its local community. We are all committed to being the Helpful Place by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products.

Major Responsibilities

• Tour store with the General Store Manager to determine and prioritize merchandising activities to be completed in order to maintain current layouts.
• Implement merchandising programs to maintain an in-stock position, maintain price integrity, and maximize sales and profitability.
• Monitor basic and seasonal merchandise displays to maximize sales and profit; also review the stock room and bin areas daily, identifying slow-selling, discontinued and overstocked merchandise.
• Work with department managers and Operations Assistant Manager to determine and prioritize department replenishment and layout tasks to be completed.
• Provide direction and guidance to associates as needed to ensure effective execution of operational programs.
• Create empowerment for direct reports both individually and collectively; facilitate teamwork and cohesiveness.
• Communicate in an open manner; encourages open and honest communication from direct reports. Listens and respects differences in opinions.
• Operate checkout according to policies and procedures to maintain price unit integrity and service levels.
• Open and close the store when functioning as the manager on duty.
• Review daily Inventory Change Audit and investigate suspect changes.
• Review weekly Negative On-Hand Report to investigate and correct.
• Review monthly Cycle Count execution.
• Review weekly the In-Stock Percent Report.

Minimum Requirements

The minimum requirements for this position include:

• Possess a vast product knowledge of hardware related products along with a willingness to learn
• Minimum 2 years retail management experience

Skills/Knowledge:

• Strong leadership and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in all situations
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to lead and develop others
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks with a high attention to detail
• Knowledge of retail computer systems, MS Word and Excel a plus.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays to meet the needs of the business

Physical Requirements

The minimum physical requirements for this position include:

• Ability to stand for an extended period of time
• Move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store and perform all functions as set forth, which entails lifting, bending, twisting
• Job responsibilities may change based on the needs of the business.

Full Time Benefits Include

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance available
• 401K, paid vacation time, and holiday pay
• Employee discount program

As your local Ace Hardware, our store is a member of the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the industry. Ace Hardware began as a small chain of stores in 1924 and has grown to include more than 4,600 stores in 50 states and more than 70 countries. As part of a cooperative, every Ace Hardware store is independently owned. From neighborhood hardware stores to lumberyards to super-size home centers, each Ace Hardware is unique and tailored to meet the needs of its local community. We are all committed to being the Helpful Place by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products.

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