National Merchandising Team Lead - Phoenix, AZ

Job Description Are you ready to join one of the most trusted brands in the world and be part of an incredible merchandising team on a part‑time basis? If you’re passionate about creativity, making a difference, and being part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, we want to hear from you! Ignite Your Passion with the National Merchandising Team! At the National Merchandising Team, we are on an incredible mission to elevate the retail experience for LEGO® enthusiasts. Our team proudly serves over 6,000 Target and Walmart stores, along with key regional customers across the U.S., and we’re making waves in digital merchandising too! Our Vision: To seamlessly connect shoppers with the brands they love at the retailers they trust. Our Mission: To craft innovative, high‑impact merchandising solutions that enhance the shopping experience and empower our partners to shine! Our primary focus is delivering an exceptional retail experience for every LEGO® shopper. In stores, we are the eyes and ears of our brand, executing dynamic retail operations—whether it’s unpacking products, creating eye‑catching displays, or fine‑tuning inventory. Every action we take drives conversion, deepens engagement, and meets the needs of our shoppers. As the National Merchandising Team Lead, you’ll be the key player behind our merchandising organization’s success. You’ll collaborate, coach, and spark excitement during every store visit, energizing our team with dynamic training and real‑time feedback that turbocharges performance. Your role is more than hitting targets; it’s about revolutionizing how we bring the LEGO® brand to life across the U.S. You’ll translate the US Merchandising direction into action with passion and finesse, working as the right‑hand person to our Field Manager. Key Responsibilities Inspire Leadership and Direction: Partner with the Field Manager to deliver clear guidance, ensuring merchandisers are motivated and aligned on weekly goals. Ignite Training and Development: Lead dynamic in‑store training sessions, equip merchandisers to forge strong partnerships, uncover opportunities for impactful product placements, and provide targeted mentoring. Drive Performance Analysis: Use reporting tools to analyze execution and compliance, provide coaching that elevates team and store performance, and reinforce learning. Amplify Insights and Strategy: Share insights and best practices that optimize merchandising strategies and resources; offer feedback to the Field Manager for training adjustments based on market data. Champion Retail Engagement: Stay connected to retailer priorities, position The LEGO® Group as a standout leader in shopper engagement, and cultivate a network of contacts to achieve sales objectives. Harness Field Intelligence: Collect and share vital intelligence, collaborating to deliver powerful regional and national updates. Foster Support and Communication: Create a supportive culture by addressing day‑to‑day inquiries from merchandisers. Qualifications Retail and merchandising experience preferred. Must live within 30 miles of Phoenix, AZ. Excellent written and verbal interpersonal communication. Prior leadership roles and/or strong leadership skills. Results‑oriented, detail oriented, capable of managing multiple tasks and time. Strong ability to develop and maintain relationships. Computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Suite; proven ability to learn new technologies quickly. Local weekly travel within territory, may require some overnights. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and climb a ladder up to 12 feet. Own vehicle, valid driver’s license, proof of car insurance, good DMV record. Comfortable using new tools and technology and willing to troubleshoot. Takes initiative, recognizes and acts on opportunities. Thrives and contributes best in a team setting. Works well in a fast‑paced, agile environment. Embraces challenges and is driven by problem‑solving. Open to a feedback culture and sees feedback as important for development. Compensation and Benefits Hourly rate: $26.00 – $30.00 based on responsibilities, market benchmarks and organizational constraints. Benefits include: Family Care Leave: Enhanced paid leave options. Insurance: Life and disability insurance coverage. Wellbeing: Access to the Headspace App and wellbeing initiatives. Colleague Discount: Generous discount from day one. Bonus: Rewarded through bonus scheme when goals are reached and if eligible. EEO Statement We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and has a sense of belonging. The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and encourages applicants from all backgrounds—including sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status—to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr