What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Department Head (FT) position at Farm & Home Supply?
Department Head - Seasonal
Reports to: Store Manager, Assistant Manager or Supervisor on Duty
Classification: Non-Exempt / Hourly, Full-Time
Classification: Non-Exempt / Hourly, Full-Time
JOB SUMMARY:
To provide the best customer service and maximize sales through efficient execution of Company procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Help customers with special order requests; locate merchandise; and educate them in product knowledge.
- Present a positive and friendly attitude at all times and greet all customers within ten feet.
- Verify proper product rotation and basic stockage of merchandise in multiple departments.
- Learn and retain information based on Farm & Home Supply’s web-based employee site, The Outfitter.
- Remove damaged merchandise as needed as well as review and correct outage overstocks to supply proper inventory levels.
- Follow company guidelines for department merchandising and set store ads and signage.
- Identify and display new items at designated locations with Management approval.
- Demonstrate strong merchandising presentation skills for in-aisles, end caps, and displays.
- Ensure a safe and clean work environment while following loss prevention and safety procedures using regular safety checks.
- Attend job-related meetings as well as review the F&H Weekly Update that is distributed to each store on a weekly basis.
- Professionally communicate with Customers, Management, and all store employees.
- Follow all applicable Company, local, state, and federal guidelines.
- Assist with price changes, markdowns, and labeling of merchandise.
- Operate cash registers and assist customers with carry out purchases.
- Able to work a flexible schedule which includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Life and carry weight up to and including 80 lbs.
- Maintain and control an organized stockroom area.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Completing special projects directed by management and additional responsibilities that may be assigned throughout the store at any given time.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS – EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
- Minimum Age is 18 years old.
- Six months of previous retail experience is preferred but not required.
- Positive attitude with a passion for collaborating with Team Members who want to grow.
Excellent Benefit Package:
Eligible for standard voluntary benefits, including health, vision, dental, life insurance and 401(K) per standard company eligibility requirements. Additional supplements available. Paid company vacation. Strong Team Member Discount after 30 days.
