Retail Merchandising Team Lead

Retail Merchandising Team LeadAs a Retail Merchandising Team Lead, you will be responsible for the completion of Ace Hardware new store buildouts/setup and existing store renovations. You will be responsible for leading a team of merchandisers and fixture installers to safely complete the defined scoped project. This position will be responsible to ensure best practices, quality assurances, cost effectiveness, safety requirements and that company initiatives are followed throughout these projects. The Retail Merchandising Team Lead will be expected to successfully work with Independent store owners to meet the project scope requirements. This position will contribute to the department's capacity and ability in create more and better Ace Hardware stores.What You'll DoProvide leadership and hands on merchandising / set up for store projects from start to finishDirect teams of 6+ merchandisers to ensure they are working efficiently and safely throughout the projectLead the building and assembling of store shelving and fixturesLead the merchandising of the entire Ace store according to the floor planLead the installation of signage and dcor as required by the store planCommunicate with the Independent store owner / Ace retailer on a daily basis providing project status updatesDocument and escalate project issues in a timely manner to stakeholders raising awareness and driving resolutionCommunicate regularly with the extended Project Team providing project status updatesConduct daily standup meetings with current store team and/or merchandising teamNavigate through ambiguity as issues arise during a project with the ability to reassign resources when requiredConduct a final walk with the Ace Project Manager and retailer to go through each section and provide necessary calloutsClose out the project with the retailer by obtaining their signature on the required documentationUtilize existing best practices, tools and processes and define in Ace Hardware's retail projects SOP'sProvide productive feedback from your projects to help Ace improve our tools, programs and processesWho You AreCurrent merchandising team lead looking to work for a global brand with aggressive store growth and remodeling goals with the opportunity to advance your career. The candidate for this role must be able to make decisions based on the challenges and opportunities that arise in any project. They should be focused on team building and recognize the need to communicate professionally at all times. A passion for teaching and a dedication to ensuring successful outcomes, and a willingness to learn and adapt as the company and projects evolve.Required SkillsBackground in leading large scale retail projects and/or merchandising resetsExperience managing a team of hourly members and leaders, achieving specific tasks and goalsAbility to be on your feet for 10+ hours throughout the dayUnderstand Plan-O-Grams and the ability to freehand product when necessaryKnowledge/ability to use basic hand tools, tape measures, cordless drill, wrenches, saws and other tools necessary for the jobAbility to lead a team and work in team environmentKnowledge of light constructionKnowledge of product assembly (Power Equipment, Grills, Patio Furniture)Reliable transportation, valid driver's licenseEngage in considerable physical activity, ability to lift and carry up to 40 poundsExtensive travel within region or as otherwise directed.Compensation Details: $75000 - $90000 Per YearWhy should you join our team?We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don't often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits* that address life's necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:Incentive opportunities, based on role/grade level (rapid company growth over the past 5 years resulted in incentives being paid out at an average of 122% of your target opportunity)Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10.4% of total eligible compensation.Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hireYour career at Ace is more than just a job. It's a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Ace Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace FoundationAce invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual reviewWe know the work environment matters. That's why Ace holds frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise salesWe bring them to you Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and moreEmployee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands moreBirth/Adoption bonding paid time offAdoption cost reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.We want to hear from you When most people think of career opportunities with Ace Hardware, they often think of the helpful cashiers and sales associates at their local store. However, have you also considered the people behind the scenes who select, promote, ship and process the invoices for more than 75,000 products? Maybe you haven't, but we'd like you to. Because together we help our customers take care of their homes. Come find out why a career with the Ace Hardware Corporation is one of America's best kept secrets.Equal Opportunity EmployerAce Hardware Corporation is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.DisclaimerThe pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual's education, training and experience, the position's work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Ace position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.This written "Position Description" is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position