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Ross Stores, Inc.

Area Supervisor

Ross Stores, Inc., Vista, California, us, 92085

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Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off‑price retail chain with over 2,200 stores. Ross focuses on providing customers a constant stream of high‑quality, on‑trend merchandise at extraordinary savings while delivering a fun, treasure‑hunt shopping experience. Our values start with people – we value excellence, growth, teamwork, diversity, and community impact.

General Purpose The Area Supervisor is a member of Store Leadership who manages a specific area of the store and oversees overall operations while acting as Manager on Duty. Responsibilities include opening and closing the store, supervising Associates, maintaining merchandise presentation, and executing company operational processes.

Essential Functions Maintaining Safe & Secure Environments

Practices and promotes safety as the number one priority.

Maintains high awareness on the sales floor and reports unsafe conditions.

Secures the building, controls entrances/exits, manages EAS devices, cash office and armored carrier pick‑ups.

Ensures clear egress and conducts fire alarm tests; responds to after‑hours alarms when requested.

Protects customer safety by preventing accidents and following emergency procedures.

Customer Service

Treats all customers, associates, and leaders with respect.

Shows courtesy, friendliness, and professionalism at all times.

Recognizes associates through company recognition programs.

Personal and Store Brand

Represents and supports the Ross brand at all times.

Maintains a professional appearance per company dress code and ensures associates comply.

Keeps store areas clean, well‑maintained, and merchandised to standards.

Manages daily trash removal.

General Merchandising

Ensures recovery, sizing, and markdowns follow company standards.

Receives merchandise trucks and processes all arrivals quickly.

Manages non‑merchandise inbound deliveries and stockroom organization.

Places merchandise on the sales floor as it is processed.

Secures and processes back‑stock according to policy.

Assists with floor moves, promotional signing, and re‑wraps.

Loss Prevention

Complies with the Loss Prevention Awareness Program and maintains a visible presence.

Protects confidential information, cash, and merchandise.

Maintains the Public View Monitor and conducts package inspections.

Executes company best practices to minimize steps and touches.

Front End Supervision and Operations

Ensures Associates meet company standards at the front end.

Manages line pace and customer wait times.

Trains associates on cash registers, shortages, and front‑end procedures.

Controls break schedules, equipment, supplies, and ensures go‑backs are processed.

Taught the “Scan and Bag” best practice and maintains merchandise salability.

Fitting Rooms

Maintains cleaning and compliance of fitting rooms.

Audits garment tags and ensures return compliance.

Ensures proper tagging, scanning, and security of returned merchandise.

Administrative Duties as Assigned by Store Manager

Conducts cash pulls and bank deposits per policy.

Manages refund approval, associate purchase approval, and cash handling.

Handles payroll administration, punch edits, scheduling, and week‑end payroll.

Completes other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Manages work processes

Business acumen

Plans, aligns & prioritizes

Builds talent

Collaborates

Leads by example

Communicates effectively

Ensures accountability & execution

Qualifications and Special Skills Required

Excellent verbal communication skills

Fluency in English

Prior customer service and supervisory experience preferred

Familiarity with point‑of‑sale equipment and applications

Basic mathematical calculation ability for retail

Availability to work evenings and weekends

Physical Requirements / ADA

Use of all store equipment, including PDTs, registers, and computer

Standing, walking, and moving up to 100% of working time

Regular bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, carrying, reaching, and stooping

Occasional ability to push, pull, and lift over 25 lbs

Use of janitorial equipment and rolling racks, ladders, and other supplies

State‑specific assignments may require different physical demands

Supervisory Responsibilities

Retail Associates

Stockroom Leads (where applicable)

DISCLAIMER This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all‑inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

Compensation The base pay range for this role is $18.00 – $18.50. The range is dependent on experience, skills, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, and location. Other rewards vary by position and location.

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