CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS)

Workplace Program Supervisor, Merch Shop

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS)  •  Mountain View, CA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.

Job Description

Company Description

When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services that help businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact! Our collaborative environment is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service, and excellence — and we value the varied perspectives, backgrounds, and skills of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your full potential!

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Job Description

The Workplace Program Supervisor provides high-touch customer service,

operational leadership, oversight, and strategic guidance for our client’s specialized Merch

Shop. This position bridges internal client needs with exceptional program delivery, empowering

users to seamlessly navigate brand guidelines, curated vendor ecosystems, complex swag

policies, and international shipping protocols. The Supervisor manages day-to-day team

workflows, optimizes process documentation, drives training frameworks, and oversees ticketing

and alias management systems, and acts as a central liaison between cross-functional partners,

vendors, coordinators, and program leadership. Our goal is to cultivate a seamless, high-quality

experience for internal stakeholders and teams worldwide

  • Provides operational and strategic support for the delivery of specialized merchandising

and swag programs, including online/onsite retail stores and custom team swag

guidelines and risk/security reviews.

  • Utilizes critical thinking and deep subject matter expertise to see complex merchandising

initiatives and resource rollouts through from conception to completion.

  • Oversees comprehensive customer service delivery across internal channels, including

ticketing systems, alias email logs, scheduling, and direct consultations. Guides team

members in crafting expert responses to nuanced client inquiries regarding swag

policies, preferred vendor minimum order quantities, tax implications, and international

shipping rules.

  • Maintains, optimizes, and scales comprehensive Master Process Documents, training

plans, learning modules, visual flowcharts, and reference guides for incoming

coordinators.

  • Builds and sustains relationships and manages communications with internal

cross-functional partners and preferred vendors, ensuring adherence to strict brand

guidelines, contract compliance, PII handling, and risk assessment standards.

  • Manages internal marketing and communications channels—such as program updates,

newsletters, and FAQ repositories—to ensure stakeholders remain informed of policy

shifts and new offerings.

  • Directs day-to-day program operations, mentoring team members and establishing

workflows, governance standards, and quality controls for administrative execution,

including meeting coordination, database integrity, and feedback form dashboard

analytics.

  • Oversees financial accuracy, budget allocation, and vendor expenditure audits across

program lines

  • Drives high-level organization and proactive communication across all team shifts, site

adjustments, and cross-functional expansions.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and in ambiguity; highly adaptable and

flexible.

  • Delivers onsite events related to swag and branded merch experiences throughout the

Bay Area and manages event coordination, set up, communications and day-of

responsibilities.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the position is $70,500 annually [or $36.05 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Workplace Program Supervisor, Merch Shop position is $95,000 annually [or $45.67 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.

Qualifications

Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides formal supervision to individual employees within a

single functional or operational area. Recommends staff recruitment, selection, promotion,

advancement, corrective action and termination. Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels

and utilization of labor, including overtime. Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for

staff. Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies. Leads by example

and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.

Education and Experience: HS Diploma or GED required. A minimum of 2 - 3 years related

experience (e.g.Concierge, Hospitality, Room Management, or Customer Service roles) is

required. Associates or Bachelors degree preferred.

Certificates and/or Licenses: None

Communication Skills: Ability to tailor communications based on audience; Strong vendor

facing and user facing communication skills. Respond to common inquiries or complaints from

clients, co-workers, and/or supervisor. Effectively present information to an internal department

and/or large groups of employees. Comfortable meeting and interacting with new people. Warm

and engaging demeanor, and the ability to assess circumstances, empathize and offer help.

Financial Knowledge: Requires basic knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to

calculate simple figures such as percentages.

Reasoning Ability: Understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations. Solve

problems in standard situations, which requires basic analytical skills with strong reasoning and

critical thinking.

Scope of Responsibility: Decisions made with general understanding of procedures and

company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short term

impact to co-workers and supervisors. Strong team player; thrives on collaboration.

Not required but preferred:

  • Facilities or space management
  • Proficient with Google sheets, Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Slides, Docs Sheet)

and Excel

  • Creative writing or retail background
  • Experience with AI tools

Additional Information

If you require any adjustments or support in connection with your application or the recruitment process, please contact Candidate.Care@cbre.com. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates can participate fully in the process.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations.

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates

disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS)

About CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS)

From short-term decisions to developing a long-term strategy, CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) partners with clients to uncover solutions for unique, organizational needs and opportunities to drive strategic business outcomes, worldwide.

Industry
Real Estate & Property
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Year Founded
1984
Website
cbre.com
Social Media