Merchandising ASM
for section headings (About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)
- Use - for lists,
for prose
- Do NOT repeat job title as heading
- Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings
- Preserve ALL substantive information
- Remove boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions)
- Include section ONLY when real, specific content exists
- Never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text
- Never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them
- Prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones
- Output ONLY HTML fragment, no /, no markdown code fences
Let me parse the content:
The posting starts with "What You Will Do" - this is responsibilities. It has several bullet points (though not explicitly bulleted, they are separate paragraphs). I'll convert to a list.
Then "What We're Looking For" includes:
- Salaried: Generally scheduled for 48 hours; more hours may be required based on needs of business.
- Requires morning, afternoon and evening availability any day of the week.
- Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties.
- Minimally must be able to lift 25 pounds without assistance; may lift over 25 pounds with or without assistance.
This seems like Schedule and Physical Requirements. Could be under "Schedule" and "Requirements" or "Qualifications". The rules mention "Schedule" as a possible heading. I'll create a Schedule section for the hours/availability, and maybe Physical Requirements under Requirements or a separate section? The rules don't have "Physical Requirements" but "Requirements" could cover it. However, the rules list specific headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So I should use those.
"Minimum Qualifications" and "What You Need To Succeed" are the same? Actually the heading says "Minimum Qualifications What You Need To Succeed" then a list. That's minimum qualifications.
"Preferred Qualifications" is a list.
"Pay Range" is given.
"Associate Benefits" is a list of benefits.
"About Lowe's" is company description - this might be considered boilerplate? The rules say remove boilerplate, but "About Lowe's" is company info. However, the rules say "Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions." Company description might be considered boilerplate? But it's substantive information about the company. The rules say "Preserve ALL substantive information". I think we should include it, but maybe under a heading "About the Company" or similar. The allowed headings include "About the role". Not "About the company". But we can use a heading not in the list? The rules say "use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." The "e.g." suggests those are examples, not exhaustive. But we should prefer those. However, "About Lowe's" is not about the role. Might be considered boilerplate. Many job postings include company description but it's often generic. The rules say "Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate". Company description is not explicitly listed, but it's often considered boilerplate. However, the user said "Preserve ALL substantive information". I'll include it as a section "About the Company" or maybe "About Lowe's". But to follow the spirit, maybe we should include it as a section. However, the rules say "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." The company description is long. I'll include it as a section with heading "About Lowe's".
Also note there is duplicated "Pay Range" appears twice. We should include only once.
Also there are links to benefits and joining our team. Those are URLs. We can include them as text or maybe as links? The rules don't forbid links. But we should preserve substantive information. The benefits list is given in text, so we can list them.
Now, let's structure:
1. Responsibilities (from "What You Will Do")
2. Schedule (from "What We're Looking For" - hours and availability)
3. Requirements (physical requirements) - maybe under "Requirements" heading? Or "Qualifications"? The rules have "Requirements" and "Qualifications". Usually "Requirements" could be physical requirements, but "Qualifications" is for experience/education. I'll put physical requirements under "Requirements" and the experience/education under "Qualifications" (minimum and preferred). But the rules have both "Requirements" and "Qualifications". Might be overlapping. I'll use "Requirements" for physical and schedule? Actually schedule is separate heading "Schedule". So "Requirements" could be physical requirements. But the minimum qualifications are also requirements. Hmm.
Better to follow typical job posting sections: Responsibilities, Qualifications (minimum and preferred), Schedule, Pay, Benefits, About the Company.
The rules list "Requirements" and "Qualifications" as separate. Could be "Requirements" for must-haves, "Qualifications" for preferred? But they said "Minimum Qualifications" and "Preferred Qualifications". I'll use "Qualifications" for both, with subsections? But we only have headings. Could do two headings: "Minimum Qualifications" and "Preferred Qualifications". But the rules say use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So "Qualifications" is a heading. Could have one "Qualifications" heading and then two lists? But they are distinct. I'll create two sections: "Minimum Qualifications" and "Preferred Qualifications" as headings. That's acceptable.
Similarly, "Schedule" for hours/availability.
"Pay" for pay range.
"Benefits" for benefits.
"About Lowe's" for company info.
Now, let's write HTML.
First, Responsibilities: The "What You Will Do" section has several paragraphs. I'll convert each to a list item. The text:
- Anticipating customer flow and work demand and redirecting efforts and schedules to ensure proper coverage when and where needed.
- Planning for spikes in sales and ensuring the store has the in-stock position to support the demand.
- Conducting safety walks, monitoring use of store power equipment, and coaching associates around safe work practices.
- The Merchandising Assistant Store Manager leads a team of associates who work together to ensure our customers receive exceptional service while shopping in a clean, safe, well-stocked store.
- The Merchandising Assistant Store Manager is accountable for achieving sales and margin goals while driving operational efficiencies and maximizing overall customer satisfaction with the Lowe’s in-store experience.
- At times, the Merchandising Assistant Store Manager is expected to provide full leadership over the store.
- The Merchandising Assistant Store Manager collaborates with peers on the store leadership team as well as the District Manager and Area support staff to assess the needs of our customers and develop the best methods for achieving service, sales, and operational objectives.
- Furthermore, this individual may be asked to rotate through Specialty and Operations assignments for the purpose of cross-training and development.
- Travel Requirements: This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel on occasion to meetings, trainings, or to support neighboring stores.
I'll make each a list item. The travel requirement could be separate but include in list.
Second, Schedule: From "What We're Looking For":
- Salaried: Generally scheduled for 48 hours; more hours may be required based on the needs of the business.
- Requires morning, afternoon and evening availability any day of the week.
Third, Requirements (physical):
- Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties.
- Minimally must be able to lift 25 pounds without assistance; may lift over 25 pounds with or without assistance.
Fourth, Minimum Qualifications (list):
- 2 years of experience leading associates in a retail environment.
- 3 years of experience working in a fast-paced, cross-functional work environment.
- 1 year of experience performing manager-on-duty responsibilities, including management of daily store operations and processes within and beyond assigned areas of responsibility.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to obtain sales related licensure or registration as may be required by law.
Fifth, Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in related field.
- 5 years of experience leading service associates in a retail or consumer service industry.
- 3 years of experience performing manager-on-duty responsibilities, including management of daily store operations and processes within and beyond assigned areas of responsibility.
- Experience working in the home improvement retail sector.
- Broad knowledge of interior/exterior product categories (e.g., flooring, cabinets, millwork, building materials, appliances, home décor, lighting, plumbing).
- Experience working with store computer systems (including but not limited to: Project Tool, Genesis, M2O, Thin Client, etc.).
- If the state or local municipality requires a salesperson license for this position, you must either be licensed or pass the requisite licensing exam within sixty (60) days of starting employment in this position.
Sixth, Pay:
- Pay Range: $62,000.00 - $104,000.00 annually
- 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.
Seventh, Benefits:
- 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 no-cost 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
Also there is a paragraph about benefits: "Working at one of the largest retail companies has its perks. We offer exceptional benefits and wellness programs for eligible full-time and part-time associates, tailored for many different lifestyles. Our benefits range from health, vision and dental insurance to paid vacation, tuition assistance and parental and family-building benefits. Plus, we offer learning and development opportunities to help our associates grow their skills and achieve their goals." I'll include as a paragraph before the list.
Eighth, About Lowe's: The company description. I'll include as a paragraph.
Now, ensure no duplicate Pay Range (appears twice). Only include once.
Also remove the EEO statement at the end: "Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer
for prose - Do NOT repeat job title as heading - Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings - Preserve ALL substantive information - Remove boilerplate (cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions) - Include section ONLY when real, specific content exists - Never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text - Never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them - Prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones - Output ONLY HTML fragment, no /, no markdown code fences Let me parse the content: The posting starts with "What You Will Do" - this is responsibilities. It has several bullet points (though not explicitly bulleted, they are separate paragraphs). I'll convert to a list. Then "What We're Looking For" includes: - Salaried: Generally scheduled for 48 hours; more hours may be required based on needs of business. - Requires morning, afternoon and evening availability any day of the week. - Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties. - Minimally must be able to lift 25 pounds without assistance; may lift over 25 pounds with or without assistance. This seems like Schedule and Physical Requirements. Could be under "Schedule" and "Requirements" or "Qualifications". The rules mention "Schedule" as a possible heading. I'll create a Schedule section for the hours/availability, and maybe Physical Requirements under Requirements or a separate section? The rules don't have "Physical Requirements" but "Requirements" could cover it. However, the rules list specific headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So I should use those. "Minimum Qualifications" and "What You Need To Succeed" are the same? Actually the heading says "Minimum Qualifications What You Need To Succeed" then a list. That's minimum qualifications. "Preferred Qualifications" is a list. "Pay Range" is given. "Associate Benefits" is a list of benefits. "About Lowe's" is company description - this might be considered boilerplate? The rules say remove boilerplate, but "About Lowe's" is company info. However, the rules say "Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions." Company description might be considered boilerplate? But it's substantive information about the company. The rules say "Preserve ALL substantive information". I think we should include it, but maybe under a heading "About the Company" or similar. The allowed headings include "About the role". Not "About the company". But we can use a heading not in the list? The rules say "use