The Book Lead oversees the maintenance and merchandising of all book departments, including, but not limited to Best-Sellers, Action Alley/Seasonal Sets, Bargain, and Kids. The Book Lead is also the primary trainer on these areas for new associates and managers.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Train all new Associates on the different book departments and products
Review the Key Metrics, and Line Item Discount reports weekly to identify any training opportunities
Ensure an understanding of the Action Alley Feature Rank and Category Sales Review
Ensure product is merchandised correctly in relevant departments
Ensure Action Alley is set and merchandised to company standards
Coordinate the Tuesday Task process for all book departments
Coordinate the COMP process for all book departments
Coordinate the Markdown process and ensure product counts are updated.
Adhere to all Books-A-Million Policies and Procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Non-Book Lead:
The Non-Book Lead oversees the maintenance and merchandising of all non-book departments, including, but not limited to Key 6, Gift, Pop Culture, Music, and Magazines. The Non-Book Lead is also the primary trainer on these areas for new associates and managers.
Roles and Responsibilities
Train all new Associates on the non-book departments and products
Review the Key Metrics, and Line Item Discount reports weekly to identify any training opportunities
Ensure an understanding of the Action Alley Feature Rank and Category Sales Review
Ensure product is merchandised correctly in relevant departments
Coordinate the Markdown process and ensure product counts are updated
Coordinate the Magazine process and ensures shipments are correct
Coordinate the COMP process for non-book areas
Ensure Front-End checklists are completed
Adhere to all Books-A-Million Policies and Procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Education Requirements
18 years of age or older
Positive background check
High School diploma or equivalent
Completion of all required training courses
Comprehensive product knowledge
Preferred Skills
Detail oriented
Strong customer service skills
Strong training skills
Demonstrated ability to act in a mature and conscientious manner
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Standing for up to 8 – 10 hours
Lifting up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
Founded in 1917 as a street corner newsstand in Florence, Alabama, Books-A-Million, Inc. has grown to become the premier book retailing chain in the Southeastern United States, and the second largest book retailer... more