What are the responsibilities and job description for the STORE MANAGER position at Blue Seal Retail?
Are you ready to help a growing world do more for a SIX-TIME US Best Managed Company? Blue Seal Farm & Home, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies, has an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Store Manager. This position is a full-time role that offers an exceptional benefits package!
- This position is designed and intended to be performed in Litchfield, CT.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Facility Management
- Maintain a high level of housekeeping and maintenance throughout the store, warehouse, pole buildings, equipment, vehicles and grounds and ensure a positive company image
- Provide a safe and clean store environment
- Ensure all equipment is operational
Sales Management
- Adjust store and grounds layout to maximize utilization of selling areas
- Oversee merchandise displays for sales efficiency, considering seasonal products and traffic
- Coordinate displays to coincide with advertising
- Increase traffic by creating in-store programs and company-provided promotions
- Provide sales training and product knowledge to store personnel
- Shop competitors for price structuring
- Test market new products
Inventory Management
- Order products using appropriate forms in accordance with Company policies and procedures
- Maintain merchandise by adding or dropping lines or items indicated by turn numbers
- Maintain inventories at desired levels for maximum turnover and profitability
- Oversee the handling of claims for damaged or returned goods
Accounting Management
- Approve all invoices for payment
- Ensure all goods and services invoiced have been received
- Maintain security over daily cash and bank deposits
- Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate’s degree with 5 years of retail experience, 3 of which are in a supervisory capacity, OR Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of Retail Management experience, OR equivalent relevant experience
- Proven track record as a retail Store Manager with experience in leading and directing 3-5 teams of staff
- Agriculture background with management experience and excellent merchandising skills is a plus
- Working knowledge of lawn and garden, agriculture, and animals (Pet and Livestock)
- Be an inspirational Manager, with a positive approach to running the business
- Deliver excellent customer service and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills with a high degree of attention to detail
- Must be able to multitask