Team Leader

Overview The primary responsibility of a Family Farm and Home team leader is to learn the company’s culture by consistently supporting and strengthening the basic philosophies of the company. A team leader must have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and supervise team members. A team leader is a role model, a leader, problem‑solver, and strategic thinker, who is required to manage her/his time to achieve budgeted goals. A team leader will help the store manager drive sales and profits through merchandising, inventory management, expense control, human resource management and controlling operating costs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities A. Promote Family Farm and Home mission statement and family values. B. Assist store manager in promoting an aggressive sales culture with an intense focus on superior customer service. C. Maintains professionalism and positive store morale. D. Responsible for assisting the store manager in the execution and performance of all store job responsibilities through associates and/or his or her own actions. E. Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results. F. Identifies current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with actual as well as potential customers. G. Establish relationships and support local community groups consistent with company values. H. Solicits customers to sign up for Family Farm and Home Programs, i.e. loyalty program, extended warranties, financing and item of the month. I. Responsible for managing and protecting all inventory and company assets in accordance with company policy against theft and damage. J. Verifies merchandise is received, stored and merchandised in all departments according to established operational and safety procedures. K. Protects team members and customers while maintaining the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements and providing a safe and clean store environment. L. Assists store manager in determining marketing strategy changes by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records. M. Assists store manager in maintaining consistent operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing, operational and personnel policies and procedures. N. All other duties as assigned by store manager or company official. Qualifications A successful team leader must demonstrate excellent leadership and problem‑solving skills. Must possess good oral and written communication skills in order to effectively interact with customers, vendors, and associates. Must understand aggressive customer service and must be team‑oriented. Must have strong management and organizational skills, be detail oriented and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment. Must be willing and physically able to stand for extended periods, move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures, climb up and down ladders, reach, bend, twist, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr