Apparel Lead Full Time

Company: BJ's Wholesale Club
Location: Maspeth
Posted on: July 2, 2025

Job Description:

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235 clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ’s Wholesale Club offers a collaborative and inclusive environment where all team members can learn, grow and be their authentic selves. Together, we’re committed to providing outstanding service and convenience to our members, helping them save on the products and services they need for their families and homes. The Benefits of working at BJ’s • BJ’s pays weekly • Eligible for free BJ's Inner Circle and Supplemental membership(s)* • Generous time off programs to support busy lifestyles* o Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty • Benefit plans for your changing needs* o Three medical plans, Health Savings Account (HSA), two dental plans, vision plan, flexible spending ? • 401(k) plan with company match (must be at least 18 years old) *eligibility requirements vary by position medical plans vary by location The Apparel Lead will be responsible for overseeing the apparel department, ensuring the highest level of customer service, and driving sales. This role involves managing inventory, merchandising, and executing seasonal strategies to meet the financial goals. The Apparel Lead does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but plays a critical role in supporting business performance and enhancing the Member experience. T eam Members: Carry out job functions and responsibilities as assigned. Support the application of club policies, procedures and compliance. We strive for flawless execution and hold ourselves accountable . Acts with honesty and integrity and lead with the member in mind to address any and all concerns and to escalate any concerns, as appropriate. Ensure a safe and positive environment for our members and each other. Embrace inclusion and diversity, by working together with collaboration and respect. Work as a team to achieve goals. Move with speed and agility in everything we do. Innovate and adapt so we can move as fast as the world around us. Maintain a friendly and positive attitude. Members: Deliver service excellence through all points of contact. Resolve and deescalate to address every member concern. Ensure a safe and positive environment and experience for the members. Daily commitment to GOLD Member Standards Greet, Anticipate, Appreciate (GAA) Fast, Friendly Full, Fresh, Clean Club Standards: Work as a team to deliver GOLD club standards daily. Work with commitment and pride to deliver GOLD- Grand opening look daily All items stocked and promotional plans executed Maintain visible accurate signage Clean and organized, inside and out Know your Business: Understand how to access and read production and/or financial performance reporting for your department See the connection between consistent execution and the positive impact it can have on the business Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities Customer Service: GAA - Great, Anticipate, Appreciate. Provide exceptional customer service by greeting and assisting members, answering their questions, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. Inventory Management: Oversee inventory levels, conduct regular stock checks, and coordinate with the Club Leadership team to ensure product availability. Ensure backstock remains organized and can easily be replenished to the sales floor. Manage the clearance, salvage and markdown execution as communicated via My Work to ensure desired sell thru goals are achieved. Merchandising: Implement and maintain planograms and visual merchandising Gold Standards to create an appealing shopping environment. Ensure that displays are attractive, organized, and stocked. Follow guidance, playbooks and planograms to ensure highly visible - prominent locations are executed as expected. Gold Standards Compliance: GOLD - Grand Opening Look Daily. Ensure all apparel displays and merchandise meet BJ's Gold Standards for presentation and cleanliness. Product is organized and stacked to the correct heights while continuing to reference BJ's Connect in order to remain current with company expectations. Planogram (POG) Execution: Set up and maintain HVS and apparel tables/displays according to the current Planogram (POG) guidelines. Ensure all products are correctly placed within the department and signed accurately. Pricing and Promotions: Ensure promotional events and signage are visible, accurate and executed timely. Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards. Collaboration: Train, influence, motivate and support the apparel team to achieve sales goals and maintain high standards of performance. Be the Subject Matter Expert regarding the expectations on visual merchandising and presentation standards. Communication: Provide feedback and maintain open lines of communication on ways to improve the member experience and the overall business. Maintains all club policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned, including working in other departments as needed. Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of this job. Qualifications Retail Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a retail environment, preferably in soft lines, apparel or fashion. Organizational Skills: Task Oriented, reliable and a goal-setter. Customer Service: Demonstrated experience in providing excellent customer service and resolving customer issues. Merchandising Knowledge: Familiarity with merchandising principles and experience with Planogram (POG) execution. Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of presentation and cleanliness. Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Job Conditions Frequent standing and movement on hard surfaces. Regular lifting of up to 30 pounds; occasional heavier lifting with assistance. In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJ’s Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is $19.00-$23.75.

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