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Department Manager (Hardware) - Putnam, CT

Job Category: Retail Management

Requisition Number: DEPAR004889

Posted: February 4, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location

Putnam #42
44 Providence Pike
Putnam, CT 06260, USA

We have a career opportunity as a Department Manager of our Hardware department. The Department Manager is responsible for merchandising and sales within their assigned department. Department Managers are responsible for providing the highest level of customer service and report to the Store Manager. This position will require the ability to work days, nights, and an alternating weekend schedule. Extensive knowledge and understanding of hardware and project work is preferred.

Pay range: $15.50-22.00 /hr (based on experience)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and coordinate the merchandising of assigned products.
• Set priorities for distribution of new merchandise within the assigned department.
• Ensure adequate inventory in all areas of the assigned department.
• Assist customers with purchases.
• Work closely with Retail Buyer(s) to ensure awareness of assigned department product needs and other product information.
• Assist with the training and direction provided to new department team members.
• Ensure that safety is practiced when handling merchandise by employees and customers.

OTHER DUTIES

Other duties as assigned by the Store Manager.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work an irregular work schedule.
• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Long periods of standing.
• Frequent bending and twisting.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Customer Service training and/or experience preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

• Retail Store Environment.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS

• Computer
• Calculator
• Cash register-scanner
• Telephone
• Fax
• Copy Machine
• Computer software and network

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The company recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.