Retail Merchandising & Inventory Supervisor (Yonkers, NY)

Merchandising & Inventory Supervisors demonstrate their passion for Sales Floor Merchandising and Signage Standards, Inventory Management, Back-Room Operations and Customer Service through actions and coaching. You will be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while being part of a fun, team-oriented retail culture. Hiring immediately.

After applying, you may have the opportunity to schedule an in-person interview within minutes.

Get great perks.

  • Full-time hours, generous paid time off, career development program and weekly pay
  • Compensation is based on qualifications and experience
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Full medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Associate discounts on in-store and online merchandise, services and warranty plans
  • Discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and more
  • And many more benefits
Play a central role in helping your store, your people and your customers win.
  • Process accurate and efficient inventory controls: Zero Balance, Return to Vendor, Return to Warehouse, Cross Channel Returns, Reserve online pick up in store
  • Execute all product activities including truck unloading, sorting, stocking, and maintaining stock levels
  • Execute Weekly Planograms and seasonal promo merchandising changeover
  • Deliver exceptional customer service
  • Understand and utilize basic selling skills to properly engage and present solutions to our customers
  • Provide an inviting environment for the customers by maintaining a neat and clean store
  • Perform front end responsibilities such as cashier, returns, and online reservations
  • Provide store leadership when scheduled as the “Manager on Duty”
  • Be flexible to perform other duties as assigned
Essential skills and experience:
  • Able to work a flexible schedule based on the store’s needs
  • Has a clear understanding of merchandising and retail operations
  • Experience managing and coaching a team and/or supervising others
  • Must be able to engage and speak to customers and understand their needs
  • Ability to handle many priorities and to multitask effectively with limited or no supervision
  • Ability to lift, push or pull materials in the 100-pound range, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
  • Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
  • Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
  • Preferred but not required: key holder experience within a retail environment
Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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