Retail Lead

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The Jay Group LTD

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Indianapolis, Indiana

In Person

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Responsibilities

The Retail Lead is responsible for supporting store management with daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and inventory management. They also supervise and train staff while ensuring a high standard of customer service and loss prevention.

Qualifications

We are seeking a dynamic Retail Lead with previous retail experience, ideally in a supervisory role, to help launch a new Bargain Lane store. Key responsibilities include opening/closing procedures, cash handling, providing excellent customer service, and assisting with staff supervision and training. Strong communication, reliability, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends are essential.

Job Description

Description

  Lead the Launch of Indianapolis East’s Newest Bargain Destination!!!Are you a retail professional who loves the excitement of a grand opening? Bargain Lane is expanding, and we are looking for a dynamic Retail Lead to help us launch our brand-new Indianapolis East location. 
As a key member of our founding leadership team, you won't just be running a shift—you’ll be setting the standard for customer service, mentoring a new team of associates, and ensuring our operations are seamless from day one. If you are a high-energy leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves 'the hunt' for a great deal, we want to meet you. 

Job Summary: 

As a Retail Keyholder, you will be responsible for supporting the store management team in the day-to-day operations of the retail store. Your primary duties include opening and closing the store, managing cash and sales transactions, ensuring a positive customer experience, and assisting in the supervision of the sales team.

Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Opening and Closing Procedures:

Open and close the store following established procedures.

Ensure all security measures are in place during opening and closing.

Cash Handling:

Manage cash registers and perform cash handling duties accurately.

Conduct cash audits and reconcile discrepancies.

Customer Service:

Provide excellent customer service to ensure a positive shopping experience.

Assist customers with product inquiries, purchases, and returns.

Sales Support:

Support the sales team by helping customers and driving sales.

Ensure merchandise is well-stocked and displayed appropriately.

Supervision:

Assist in the supervision and training of retail staff.

Delegate tasks and ensure team members are meeting performance expectations.

Security and Loss Prevention:

Monitor and enforce security measures to prevent theft or loss.

Collaborate with management on implementing loss prevention strategies.

Inventory Management:

Assist in managing inventory levels and restocking merchandise.

Conduct regular inventory checks and report discrepancies.

Operational Compliance:

Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Communicate any issues or concerns to store management.

Communication:

Communicate effectively with the store management team and staff.

Relay important information to team members as needed.

This description is not all encompassing and may require additional activities. 

  • Starting Pay- $16.00-$18.00/ hour
  • Full Time & Part Time Employment Available
  • PTO & Benefits after 90 days for Full Time employees

Requirements

Experience/Qualifications:

  • Previous retail experience, preferably in a supervisory role.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle cash transactions and perform basic math functions.
  • Knowledge of retail operations and customer service principles.
  • Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
  • Reliable and responsible with a high level of integrity.

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The Jay Group LTD

The Jay Group is one of the largest, privately held, wholesalers of discount footwear in the world. We purchase returns, closeouts, cancellations, factory defectives, stock-lots, liquidation, and all types of footwear from leading retailers, factories, and manufacturers on an international basis. We sell our product to international, value driven markets, around the world with distribution in over 36 countries. We continue to be the leading global footwear supplier of store returns and discount footwear. With over 70 years of experience in the footwear industry and one of the largest on-hand inventories in the world, The Jay Group stocks over 2 million units and distributes footwear in emerging markets in Africa, Central and South America.
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