Retail Supervisor – Ft. Meade, MD

We create opportunities and independence for blind and visually impaired people of all ages through innovative rehabilitation programs, diverse career options, quality blind-made products, and a variety of resources.

We’re looking for career-minded people to make a real impact in a fast-paced, high-energy environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. Our need is for a Retail Supervisor to join our AbilityOne Base Supply Center. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with a close-knit group, in a team-based environment.

So, what will you actually be doing?

The successful candidate will be able to:

1. Provide oversight, support and guidance for retail and warehouse operations.
2. Perform cashier and customer service duties utilizing an automated point-of-sale system.
3. Responsibilities may include cash register operation, providing customer service and assistance with special orders.
4. Receiving merchandise and stocking shelves including quality assurance.
5. Perform customer service functions to include greeting of customers, assisting with product selection and loading of purchases.
6. Operate Material Handling Equipment.
7. Conduct Cycle and Physical Count Inventories
8. Build, develop and/or work in teams to accomplish performance goals.
9. Perform purchasing functions as needed for both inventory stocking and special-order requirements
10. Track back orders, RMA’s, reach out to vendors when needed. Manage POs and Invoices
11. Verifies merchandise shipments received against purchase orders, packing slips and/or waybills.
12. Process orders in EESOH system for HazMat pharmacy and FEDMALL ordering system.
13. Conducting performance reviews, administering disciplinary actions if necessary and other tasks related to oversight of all aspects of store operations.

Qualifications:

1. Must be a team player and have a “Can Do”, roll-up sleeves and get it done attitude.
2. Excellent leadership, communication, organizational skills and outstanding customer service skills.
3. Minimum of 3 years supervisor experience desired with forklift experience preferred, and the ability to lift heavy objects.
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment and multitask constantly shifting priorities.
5. Knowledge of basic computer operations.
6. Must be very organized, detailed and a team player…must be willing to adapt to change.
7. Excellent verbal and written communication * Problem solving * Negotiation * Persuasion * Judgment and decision-making
8. Must have valid Driver’s License – 2 or less points.
9. Must be able to pass a security clearance.

Qualified candidates must pass a background investigation from Blind Industries and Services of Maryland and the Federal Government.

Visit our website at www.bism.org to learn more about Blind Industries and Services of Maryland. We positively change people’s attitude about blindness!

This is a tremendous opportunity! We offer a competitive salary based on education, experience, and other qualifications. BISM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, 403(b) with match, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and more!

Each year Blind Industries and Services of Maryland (BISM) provide programs and services that serve over 2000 blind Maryland citizens. BISM employs 460 exceptional Associates at our twelve facilities in Maryland, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Kentucky and North Carolina where we manufacture the highest quality products.

Blind Industries and Services of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.