Store Manager

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Position Purpose :

Store Managers (SMs) are accountable for leading profitable operations of their store. SMs are responsible for executing the three focal points of the company's retail strategy : customer service, in-stock, and store appearance in their store.

SMs must effectively communicate the company's retail strategy and ensure its execution through strategic planning and timely follow-up.

They must stay ground-engaged by taking an active role in all aspects of the business including sales and profit drivers, operational excellence and the people-side of the business.

A successful SM will lead by example as a champion of people while delivering consistent results in sales, service and profitability through operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

Effectively communicate and partner with the District Manager and District team to drive alignment, establish the store's direction, and resolve issues;

Ensure execution of the company's strategy and direction through Playbooks and Priority Communications.

• Analyze and interpret sales and financial reporting to assess opportunities and determine successes in department's / key areas and provide guidance to store team to consistently improve in opportunities.
• Conduct store walks with Assistant Store Managers (ASMs) and Department Supervisors (DSs) to assess sales, service and profitability opportunities, and create effective game plans to accomplish necessary improvements.
• Facilitate weekly staff meetings with ASMs and DSs to establish and implement store goals and objectives; Monitor associate engagement levels and drive employer of choice initiatives.
• Teach, coach and train store management and Associates on operational processes, merchandising standards, store appearance and profitability.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of pilot programs and new store initiatives to improve simplification in the stores.

Direct Manager / Direct Reports :

• Position Reports to District Manager
• Position has 4-9 Direct reports

Travel Requirements :

Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Physical Requirements :

Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.

Working Conditions :

Located in a comfortable indoor area. Conditions could produce mild discomfort on occasion.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Must be eighteen years of age or older.
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications :

• At least 3 years prior merchandising and / or operational experience.
• At least 3 years leadership experience, preferably big box retail.
• Ability to work a flexible, minimum 55 hour weekly schedule.

Minimum Education :

The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and / or GED.

Minimum Years of Work Experience :

Minimum Leadership Experience :

• None
Certifications :
• None
• None

Competencies :

• Ability to interpret sales reporting documents.
• Experience in leveraging sales and profit opportunities through shrink management and safety performance.

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