What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Store Manager position at Watson's Chocolates?
Title: Retail Manager Job Category: Retail
Department/Group: Retail
Location: East Amherst Travel Required: No
Level/Salary Range: $18-$24 Position Type: Full Time
Job Description
Watson’s Chocolates is an 80-year-old chocolate confectionery manufacturer and retailer based in WNY. Most famous for our Sponge Candy, we have 8 retail locations and a very robust website.
This location on Transit Road in East Amherst is one of our busiest stores and ideally our store manager should be filled with enthusiasm - not only for the retail environment but for chocolate! We are known for our customer service as well as our high-quality products, and we are seeking an individual to match that in every way. Creativity and leadership skills are a must to lead our amazing team of staff at Watson’s in East Amherst.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create an exceptional retail experience
- Lead and direct the business activities of the storefront
- Serve as a voice and the face of Watson’s in the neighborhood
- Manage inventory and all monetary transactions
- Ensure quality by proper training of all store employees
- Attend seasonal meetings at HQ in Tonawanda
- Conduct staff meetings with personnel on a regular basis
- Maintain store appearance and cleanliness
- Educate customers on products and company history
- Help with social media
- Maintain high quality and consistent product standards
- Maintain familiarity with product and quality standards
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Applicant should have previous retail experience
- History in a leadership role
- Passion for high quality products and customer service
- Perform repetitive motion with the hands, wrists and forearms to pack candy and manage storage
- Carry weight, lift – lift up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally
Watson’s offers competitive pay with paid vacation.
Salary : $18 - $24