Stein's Garden & Home

Operations

• Oversee and coordinate the outdoor selling area for multiple retail locations.
• Coach the staff on the implementation of planned merchandising techniques and plant maintenance.
• Assist customers with plant selection including proper care and maintenance throughout all seasons.
• Proactively communicate to the store associates the upcoming changes and ensure uniformity across all retail locations.
• Perform weekly retail audits and communicate observations to retail management.
• Recommend inventory control options to Buyers and execute product transfers.
• Create and maintain a professional garden center look throughout the exterior landscaping.
• Lead and complete necessary outdoor maintenance repairs and assist in retail location improvements.
• Assist with the setup of new/renovated retail locations.

Area Lot Manager

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Performs general accounts payable duties including recording and setting up for the payment of all invoices.
• Maintain accurate and sufficient invoicing support and financial historical records.
• Maintain financial security by following internal accounting controls.
• Enter purchase orders from approved purchase requisitions and submit them to assigned vendors.
• Process all invoices in the system by receiving and paying invoices after matching invoices to receiving reports.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions with vendors.
• Process payments in accordance with cash planning while taking advantage of discounts.
• Provide backup services for other Accounts Payable Associates and Receptionist, as needed during vacation and sick days.

Accounts Payable Associate

• The Visual Merchandiser will design, create and coordinate merchandising displays and layouts (both indoor and outdoor) for all retail locations, which will draw in business, showcase items, and increase sales.
• They will coach the store staff on merchandising techniques and share ideas throughout the organization, in addition to addressing and resolving inquiries and problems.
• Personally assist in developing a culture that understands, demonstrates and is passionate about the vision, mission and values of the organization.
• Conceptualize and create merchandise strategies and seasonal changes for all retail locations that will create compelling presentations to engage the customer and increase sales for both indoor/outdoor selling areas.
• Stay current in design, retail sales and advertising trends through observation, planning and research establishing up-to-date displays that allure customers.
• Coach associates on visual selling, customer service and how to create compelling displays of merchandise.
• Collaborate and exchange great display ideas between retail locations.
• Establish strong visual presence in all stores and effectively influence needed changes to buyers and store personnel on product placement and displays.
• Proactively communicate with store associates the upcoming changes to ensure uniformity across all retail locations, requiring follow-up and assistance as needed during regular store visits.
• Build strong relationships with all levels of internal and external resources.
• Plan and successfully execute a creative presence at various trade shows and/or other special events.
• Provide new and exciting ideas for building/store improvements with a focus on increasing a positive customer shopping experience.
• Maintain a leadership role on construction projects and assist with the setup of new/renovated retail locations.

Visual Merchandising Manager

Procurement

• Aiding the Buyer by performing administrative and problem solving duties.
• Help buyers establish, monitor, maintain, and exceed predetermined metrics (product sell thru, inventory turn, carryover from season-to-season).
• Create and maintain spread sheets supporting these activities.
• Liaise for store, warehouse, buyers, and vendors.
• Respond to email and phone inquiries.
• Proactively communicate issues and appropriate solutions with internal and external partners.
• Create and execute solutions for receiving discrepancies (overage, shortage, incorrect merchandise).
• Creation of transfer orders for distribution by the warehouse.
• Review and adjust auto min max quantities to ensure in stock and inventory performance.
• Transfers between stores.
• Help to maximize inventory turn through knowledge of seasons and various product lines.
• Assist with establishing internal controls for stores (adherence to inventory policies, item counts as needed).
• Creation and maintenance of Styles/SKUs based on buyer spreadsheets.
• Purchase order creation, maintenance and tracking.
• Price adjustments including temporary and permanent price changes based on buyer direction, advertising and seasonal requirements.
• Assist with advertising processes including form creation, ad proofing and gathering of sample merchandise.

Merchandise Assistant

Accounting Manager

• Assist with invoice entry, coding, and verification to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation and research discrepancies.
• Help maintain vendor records, including W-9s, tax information, and contact data.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding payment status and invoice issues.
• Support weekly check runs and electronic payment processing.
• Assist with month-end Accounts Payable reconciliations and journal entries.
• Participate in special accounting and finance projects focused on process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Assist with data analysis, report development, and documentation of accounting procedures.
• Compile and analyze financial and operational data for management review.
• Assist with account reconciliations and research assignments.
• Create spreadsheets and reports to support departmental initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects involving inventory, purchasing, and store operations.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Provide administrative support to the Accounting team as needed.
• Perform additional duties and special assignments as requested.

Area Lot Manager

Accounts Payable Associate

Visual Merchandising Manager

Merchandise Assistant

Accounting Intern