Team Lead Merchandiser

Our corporate office is based in Tampa, FL, but we hire Merchandising Team Leads nationwide.

About the role

As a Team Lead you’ll manage a merchandising crew on-site executing special projects such as resets, remodels, and new store execution, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. You’ll promote teamwork among the crew, store operations, and construction while ensuring our company and the retailer’s standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Represent Channel Partners and its business units in all interactions with retail partners, customers, and external vendors.
• Carry out company needs while supporting all Channel Partners policies and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with Project Manager and/or District Manager on assigned project updates, wins, and opportunities.
• Identify opportunities within assigned projects and collaborate on specific action plans to address them.
• Ensure project-related reporting and scheduling are submitted on time with accuracy.
• Create a positive and engaging team environment with an open-door communication policy.
• Delegate and monitor team performance, providing coaching and training where needed.
• Motivate team members by providing positive feedback and recognition for outstanding performance.
• Listen to team members’ feedback and resolve any issues or conflicts.
• Maintain safety standards per OSHA required guidelines and report accidents immediately.
• Bring assigned projects in at or under budgeted hours.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years’ retail industry experience, including merchandising, installation, and leadership.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, along with customer support experience.
• Working knowledge of plan-o-grams and floorplans; ability to cross-reference multiple documents.
• Strong knowledge of fixture building, including racking, shelves, and assembly (e.g., cash register wraps and various fixtures).
• Must know how to anchor gondola and seismic anchor where needed.
• Completion of all internal certifications and training programs.
• May require certification to operate machinery (e.g., forklifts, scissor lifts).
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, auto insurance, internet access, and basic tools (e.g., cordless drill, hammer drill, hammers, mallet, box cutter, screwdrivers, etc.); specialty tools may be required.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Computer software knowledge, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Personal mobile device required.
• Willingness to travel a minimum of 50%.
• 95% of time dedicated to physical work: stooping, standing, bending, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials and equipment, including lifting 50lbs+.
• Repetitive motions and work in precarious or high locations may be required; frequent climbing and descending ladders.
• Possible daily and/or overnight travel required.

Pay

Minimum Pay: USD $17.00/Hr. Maximum Pay: USD $20.00/Hr.

Schedule

Assignments can range from 0-40 hours per week based on volume, travel distance, and willingness to accept various projects. Possible nights and weekends.

Benefits

• Paid mileage and travel pay where applicable.
• Per diem and hotel accommodations for travelers.
• Limited benefit plans for everyday illnesses and accidents.
• Weekly pay schedule.
• Early wage access.
• W2 employment.