Wawa, Inc. · 1 day ago
Field Merchandise Team Leader - Cincinnati
Cincinnati Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expWawa, Inc. is a company dedicated to enhancing daily experiences through its associates. The Field Merchandise Team Leader is responsible for overseeing the startup of new stores and remodels, ensuring that merchandising standards are met while supervising field merchandisers and store associates.
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Responsibilities
Plan, direct and execute the merchandising and operations startup of new stores and remodels
Participate in kickoff meetings and weekly touch points with Store Operations
Build Lozier and Metro shelving, stock all small wares, and oversee restocking of the store including McLane and DSD vendor product and fuel supplies
Manage Store Operations support, third party labor resources as well as merchandising team labor
Direct new store set up and the execution of merchandising to the highest standards
Plan and implement full store resets
Determine equipment and fixture needs based on surveys and proposed plan, review fixture availability in storage locations and order additional equipment as required
Conduct post reset walk with Store Operations and update equipment survey
Coordinate DSD and set up vendor equipment and fixture delivery to stores for resets, new stores, remodels
Resolve vendor product issues to ensure product is 100% in stock
Ensure vendors provide credit and pick up product for closings
Work in partnership with the DSD Supply Chain and the Merchandising and Floor Planning Coordinator
Manage the transfer, donation and recycling processes for all closings, remodel stores as well as full store closings
Work in partnership with Store Operations Impact Planning Team on product donations and Facilities Team on shelving recycling
Ensure equipment stress tests are conducted for all new stores and remodels
Work with Construction and the Contact Center to resolve issues prior to opening
Document issues and trends through the iPad survey to provide feedback through partnerships with Operations Engineering
Provide insight to construction for building punch walk for new stores and remodels
Conduct and resolve merchandising punch walk with operations
Complete all required surveys via the iPad
Ensure plan-o-gram compliance at store level
Coach Store Management Team on merchandising standards at store level
Provide merchandising support as requested to Store Operations
Conduct surveys as scheduled by Merchandising Logistics Coordinator or Merchandising Supervisors for Category Teams or other internal partners
Provide overall direction and support for team
Monitor and assess individual work in accordance with high standards of excellence
Provide feedback, coaching, support, opportunities for development, complete performance appraisals, take corrective action when appropriate, and participate in hiring decisions
Work cross functionally with Strategic Sourcing, Retail Space Planning, Category Teams, and Construction to identify process improvements
Plan major project initiatives as assigned
Test new processes and provide insight
Lead independent projects and task as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
3 - 5 years related work experience
Experience with merchandising plans, equipment plans, JDA and SAP
Strong PC application skills, specifically in Microsoft Office
Strong project management skills, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment
Proven leadership skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to motivate, coach and develop others
Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Establish and maintain a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity, and teamwork
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and put away merchandise and equipment on a consistent basis
Current Driver's License and ability to travel independently by car to all locations
Hours vary, some nights and weekends required
Willingness to travel and overnight stays may be required
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Candidate must live in Greater Cincinnati Region
Company
Wawa, Inc.
Here at Wawa, the sky's the limit. Voted as “America’s Favorite Convenience Store,” Wawa operates a chain of convenience retail stores located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, and Washington D.C.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.71MKey Investors
PennDOT
2023-08-15Grant· $0.71M
Leadership Team
Grahame Wood
Founder
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