Store Leader In Training Ace Hardware - Southern NJ District

Bolster Hardware LLC. is hiring a Store Leader in Training to join our operations team. Withmany exciting acquisitions and growth plans in the works, there's plenty of opportunity to have a significant impact now, and on the next chapter of the company. This is a job where you can make your mark.

The Store Leader in Training upholds the Core Values as determined by the management team. Store Leaders are responsible for the complete day-to-day operation of thestore. Store Leaders are responsible for maximizing store sales and profitability,along with minimizing expenses while ensuring that the store is optimally stocked and merchandised, and to Amaze Every Customer Every Time. A store Leader contributes to the growth and development of the management team and store associates.

• Delegate daily workload among associates to meet merchandising andvisual presentation standards.
• Hire, train and develop retail staff with goals for growth and success intheir positions, provide ongoing performance feedback and recognize accomplishments
• Review all store evaluations with store management team and staff to identify opportunity areas and correct all issues with a sense of urgency.
• Coordinate the overall supervision of staff to ensure sales performance goals are met and company procedures are followed accurately.
• Conduct associate evaluations as per company standards to provide feedback for improvement, praise and recognition, and growth opportunities.
• Develop and implement an in-store marketing including promotions,events and seasonal merchandising based on store needs
• Complete merchandising updates according to Bolster standards.
• Work with vendors to develop merchandising strategies for products andhave them assist with their plan-o-gram and updates
• Forecast scheduling needs to meet customer demand and create work schedules.
• Monitor payroll to ensure compliance with established budgets and take corrective measures as necessary.
• Review staffing strengths and opportunities with HR/Ops Directors priorto additions or terminations.

• Promote Customer Service as The #1 Priority. This must be accomplished on a daily basis through observing, monitoring and coaching associate’sperformance and interactions on the sales floor.
• Regularly promote and teach “Amaze Every Customer Every Time” while leading by example and coaching.
• Use huddles, communication boards, and store meetings as the means to communicate the store’s performance, and educate, engage and motivate theteam.
• Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring that all customers are acknowledged, customer needs are met, and concerns are resolved quickly.
• Review all customer service measurement reports (e.g., Customer Engagement Survey, Employee Engagement results, etc.), and work with the teamto identify opportunities in an effort to sustain or improve overall service levels andstore environment.
• Document at least one (1) Observation per associate monthly and provide coaching in order to ensure consistency of service to all customers.

• Maintain accurate inventory at all stages through on-hand integrity,daily receiving and transfers, store communication, product mix and flow, and adhering to (Company Name) best practices, metrics and deadlines
• Utilize available inventory reports to reduce shrinkage, maintain appropriate stock levels and maximize inventory accuracy.

• Work on your professional development through leadership training opportunities (self-directed learning, local business events, Ace learning and industry events, etc.).
• Identify appropriate training for store associates and oversee all training requirements for all associates (e.g. New-Hire orientation, on-the-job…