Department Lead - Apparel

Rural King Supply Company - Hopkinsville, KY

Full-time - Entry Level

Hopkinsville, KY

Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers

About the position

The Department Lead at Rural King is responsible for overseeing the operations of a specific department, ensuring efficient inventory management, maintaining cleanliness, and providing exceptional customer service. This role plays a crucial part in enhancing the shopping experience and supporting the overall goals of the store.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scanning outs, inventory management, and recovery processes.
• Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile discrepancies in inventory.
• Coordinate and execute price changes and manage planogram sets.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness within the department.
• Provide exceptional customer service and assist customers with inquiries.
• Support front-end operations by processing transactions as needed.
• Participate in cross-training for flexibility in various departments.
• Engage in learning initiatives to acquire new knowledge and skills.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of retail experience with knowledge of specific department.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain attention to detail.
• Comfortable navigating computer systems and software.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of merchandising standards and practices.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Virtual doctor visits
• 15% Associate Discount
• Associate Assistance Program