The Job
The Retail Execution Specialist - II is responsible for effectively leading on-site project execution and completing projects on time and within budget. In addition, this role plays an active part in the pre-execution planning process by providing store measurements, “As-Is” floor plans, project site evaluation, and review of key project documents.
What you’ll do…
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Effectively lead on-site project execution in alignment with Retail Execution best practices to complete projects on time and within allocated labor budget.
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Provide inputs for all required process documentation in a timely manner: fixture order form (pre-project), project recap (post-project), punchlist, & photos, etc.
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Review store and assortment plan, provide feedback, and seek clarity on any questions prior to order placement.
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Lead, develop, and motivate MSO and other project team members, provide MSO evaluations, and leverage strong, proactive communication with project team and customer on project status updates.
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Perform store walks to take measurements, create “As-Is” floor plans, collect feedback and input from the customer, and brief customer on what to expect during project execution.
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Contribute to on-going continuous improvement efforts by sharing ideas and driving process change and cross-functional collaboration.
What you need to succeed
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5 years of store planning, visual merchandising, or store management experience in retail environment and / or Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of experience
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Hardware / Home Improvement industry experience preferred
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Customer-centric with excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communications skills with understanding of Emery Jensen customers & channels
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Ability to effectively lead store conversion and remodel projects and accomplish objectives in active store environment with strong and proactive problem-solving skills and adaptability
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Detail-oriented and extremely organized self-starter who is able to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
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Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
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Compliant with all aspects of company travel policy
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Embodies company values, has a positive outlook and growth mindset, customer focused, and committed to on-going continuous process improvement
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Up to 80% travel required
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Preferred residence in Texas based cities: San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, El Paso, Houston, etc.
Essential Functions of the Retail Execution Specialist II role:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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Certificates, licenses, registrations: Must have valid driver's license and a good driving record.
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Travel: Road warrior (at minimum 3 days per week by plane or car).
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Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Required to stand, walk, sit, climb a ladder, and talk or hear. The employee is often required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
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Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
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Compensation Details:
$66000 - $79000 per year
Why should you join our team?
We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand.
In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:
Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year, in addition to an annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past five years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 6.6% of total compensation.
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
21 days of vacation immediately available (prorated in the first year) and up to 6 paid holidays depending on the month of hire
Company Car, phone and fuel card are provided for field-based positions
Your career at Emery Jensen is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities – and we support our employees in doing the same by offering an annual Cares Week, 20 hours off work per year to volunteer at an organization of your choice, opportunities to help Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
Emery Jensen invests in every employee we hire, with a key focus on development and coaching. We offer on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and a generous tuition assistance program, plus a performance management approach that goes beyond the typical annual review
We know the work environment matters. That’s why we hold frequent campus events like Employee Appreciation Week, vendor demos, cookouts, and merchandise sales
We bring them to you! Services such as mobile spas, auto maintenance, car wash and detailing, dry cleaning, dentists, eye doctors, flu shots, recycling and more!
Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (including top brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and more), travel, fitness, computers and thousands more
Birth/Adoption bonding paid time off
Adoption cost reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
Identity theft protection
- Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies.
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Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.
Disclaimer
The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.
Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.
This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.
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