What are the responsibilities and job description for the Store Manager position at Kadokawa Retail Ventures, LLC?
Summary:
The Store Manager is responsible for the overall management and success of Manga Spot. This leadership role entails overseeing daily operations, staff management, customer service, inventory control, sales growth, and maintaining a welcoming store environment. The Store Manager will uphold the store's standards, foster a positive team culture, and ensure that the store remains a vibrant destination for manga enthusiasts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure smooth day-to-day store operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and security protocols.
- Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a team of sales clerks and assistant managers.
- Foster a collaborative and motivated team environment, promoting teamwork and excellent customer service.
- Uphold a high standard of customer service, ensuring that customers receive exceptional assistances, recommendations, and a positive shopping experience.
- Set sales target, monitor performances, and implement strategies to achieve sales goals.
- Oversee inventory control, including replenishment, restocking, and proper shelving of products.
- Maintain an organized, visually appealing store layout that highlights featured titles and encourages browsing.
- Ensure the store operates in compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.
- Implement safety measures to protect staff, customers, and store assets.
- Ensure effective communication with the main office and its Managers.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Retail Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Proven experience in retail management, ideally in a bookstore or related industry.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in using point-of-sale (POS) systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- A genuine passion for manga and a good understanding of various literary genres and authors.
About Manga Spot:
Manga Spot by Kadokawa World Entertainment, is a bookstore specializing in manga, webcomic, and anime-related merch. Whether you’re a seasoned manga connoisseur or a newly fan eager to explore, this oasis for manga enthusiasts will carry products from across the spectrum of category.
About Kadokawa World Entertainment, Inc.
KADOKAWA World Entertainment, Inc. directs the English-language strategies of KADOKAWA Corporation’s North American holdings, which include Yen Press, J-Novel Club, and Anime News Network. Dedicated to expanding the volume and accessibility of KADOKAWA’s IP to English-speaking audiences, the group focuses on print and digital publishing, news, and merchandise while also directing sales and marketing for the digital platform BOOK WALKER GLOBAL. The company is based in New York City.
Pay: From $72,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you a fan of anime and/or manga?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $72,000