CHICAGO, IL, USA
14 days ago
District Manager - Merchandising

Are you a retail professional ready to take the next step in your career?

ActionLink has a new opportunity for a highly organized, detail-oriented field retail leader to remotely manage and coach a team of tech-oriented Merchandising Specialists located throughout a designated territory. The District Manager will lead the execution of multi-unit merchandising operations for our retail vendors and consumer electronic client partners. This individual should have a passion for the growing world of home technology and enjoy providing guidance and oversight for others. 

As an ActionLink Merchandising District Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the retail landscape by influencing customer perceptions and introducing cutting-edge display innovations. Come be part of a team that is redefining the future of retail!

What We Offer

Represent a variety of industry-leading home electronics manufacturers$53,000 - $55,000 annual salary rangeDiverse mixture of remote work and field travelSupportive merchandising team development & leadershipMedical, dental, vision, life, and prescription insurance plansLaptop and monthly internet/phone stipendTravel reimbursementsPaid vacation & sick timePaid holidays401(k) option with employer match

What You Will Do

Maintain productive relationships with direct reports and retail store leadersComplete weekly field visits to audit completed merchandising projects   Utilize MS Excel to report in-field measures and monitor progress towards achieving clients’ compliance standardsAssist with leading New Hire Orientation calls to effectively acclimate new hires to the ActionLink teamEnsure direct reports complete all required ActionLink training coursesMentor, develop, and reward employees to improve performance and retentionMonitor performance of all direct reports and follow employee discipline procedures when necessaryEnsure timely and accurate completion of all field call reports and payroll timesheetsCollaborate with Regional Manager on analyzing business results and recommending process improvementsWork closely with Recruiting and Human Resources to fill staffing needs and assist with employee relations issuesAdhere to guidelines of the ActionLink Travel and Expense Policies

Qualifications

Previous retail leadership or supervisory experience, preferably managing a remote field team in a multi-unit environment and/or within a 3PL organizationKnowledge of retail planograms and merchandising executionConsumer electronics industry experience is a plusSuperior time management and organizational skills to successfully work within strict retail deadline demands, administrative reporting timelines, and execution goalsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong proficiency utilizing Microsoft Excel

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to travel locally by vehicle and nationally by plane as neededMust have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to rent a car under ActionLink’s corporate insurance standardsMust have access to a quiet home office space, reliable high-speed internet connectivity, and a smartphone with data planMust be mobile and able to sit/stand for extended periods of timeMust be able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer

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