Store Project Manager

Forge & Build is Hiring a Store Project Manager

Forge & Build  is looking for an experienced Store Project Manager to join our Forge & Build team in the Columbia,MO area – specifically an individual with experience or the ability to execute store merchandising projects. 

This position will play an integral role in solidifying our operations. If you’ve been told you’re great at getting things done, enjoy learning new things and are no stranger to working as a team – we’d really like to meet you.

Your Opportunity to Grow With Us

The Forge & Build  team is a close-knit group of professionals who all share an interest in providing a service and product that improves our customer’s experience. Above all, we care about building something people want, and the only way to do that is by assembling a skilled, passionate and talented team. Our mission is to improve productivity and efficiency throughout the entire construction industry, and our people are how we make achieving that goal possible.

We’re seeking a Store Project Manager who loves a challenge and wants the opportunity to grow with a fast-paced company. Industry competitors often have layers of tenured management that create barriers to career advancement. The opportunity for career growth is unparalleled at Forge & Build, where you’ll find no shortage of challenging yet fulfilling work, chances to build new skills and supportive teammates who will push you to achieve your best. 

This position lives within our Forge & Build team and will report to the Division Manager. You will work closely with our  store leaders, vendors, merchandising, and logistics teams..

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage the merchandising process during new store openings with specific focus on (unloading trucks, unboxing product, stocking shelves, setting product to Plano-O-Guides, etc.)
• Managing Special Projects as assigned (merchandise remodels, department resets, fixture remodels, etc.)
• Review items to ensure that the best program is in place in the stores
• Work with stores and vendors to review and implement programs at store level
• Collectively managing short-term temporary workers each day during the new store merchandising process as well as store employees to achieve daily goals
• Training the store staff on current stocking/merchandising standards as well as implementing best practices and procedures.
• Assist in developing merchandise department flow plans for stores
• Identifying, creating and implementing methodologies; working to continually improve current processes and practices
• Quickly developing strong working relationships with vendors, field teams and short-term temporary workers to ensure delivery of the best possible experience to customers.
• Effectively communicate any issues, delays, or concerns to ensure productive execution of all merchandising projects
• Conducting weekly analysis to monitor returns, identifying the root causes of concern and improvement areas
• Working with vendors, merchandising, logistics and yard managers to decrease invalid/obsolete/unauthorized orders, returns, and freight expenses
• Acting as the quarterback for yard managers participating in the category, reset, and promotional planning meetings to provide data and insights
• Leading the team that sets up and updating of item files on the CRM, submitting required data files (e.g., price changes, new items)
• Identifying potential issues (e.g., out-of-stock rates) and improvement areas; taking actions to address such areas collaborating internally
• Proactively communicating any issues to managers and informing them of the action plan; regularly providing them with updates until the issue is resolved

About You 

The ideal candidate should ensure that the Forge & Build brand is being represented in all customer facing areas of
the store.

 You are able to thrive in both collaborative as well as autonomous environments.

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required 
• Experience with planograms, floor plans and reading CAD drawings is required
• Four-year college degree preferred
• At least 3-5 years Management/Leadership experience or equivalent 
• Experience with hardware and building products in a retail environment<