Atlanta Cycling, Trek Chattanooga, Trek South Carolina-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Manager
Knoxville, TN

The SALES MANAGER is a critical leadership role, driving the success of our cycling retail store by ensuring exceptional customer experiences, high-performing staff, and strong sales results. As the Sales Manager, you will take ownership of every aspect of daily operations, from coaching and developing your team to delivering world-class hospitality and maintaining a well-organized, visually appealing store. This position requires a strong leader who is passionate about people and creating a positive community impact. You’ll mentor and inspire your team, ensuring the store not only meets sales goals but also becomes a hub for cycling enthusiasts. With a focus on customer satisfaction, employee development, and operational success, the Sales Manager plays a key role in shaping the future of the store while making a difference in the lives of your customers and employees. Please note this position requires both management responsibilities as well as being a majority contributor towards sales.

  • Build and maintain a highly motivated, customer-centric team.
  • Provide regular feedback and daily coaching through role-playing and debriefing customer interactions with sales and service teams.
  • As a servant leader, foster a culture of excellence in execution and continuous improvement.
  • Lead staff to ensure consistent customer engagement, exceptional service, and fast, thoughtful follow-ups.
  • Create memorable customer experiences by demonstrating best practices in sales, follow-up, and service.
  • Oversee effective merchandising to maximize product visibility and appeal.
  • Maintain an organized, efficient service department and ensure overall store cleanliness.
  • Manage inventory with precision, including guiding purchasing plans and conducting regular spot checks to ensure accuracy.
  • Review and manage warranty claims to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Actively work the sales floor, interacting with customers and staff to meet sales goals.
  • Be one of the top two salespeople, setting the standard for world-class customer service and financial goal achievement.
  • Participate in annual budgeting, quarterly/monthly financial reviews, and other relevant meetings.
  • Conduct weekly audits of quotes, layaways, and work orders to ensure customer service standards are met.
  • Identify opportunities for individual and store-level growth via monthly top performer meetings with written plans for continuous improvement.
  • Maintain the staff schedule to align with business needs.
  • Create a safe and engaging workspace by upholding professional standards and best practices as outlined in the employee handbook.
  • Personally address guest interactions that do not meet world-class hospitality standards.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in business, retail management, or a related field preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in retail management, preferably in a specialty or cycling-related environment.
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills with a proven ability to motivate and develop staff.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Proficiency in inventory management, merchandising, and sales tracking systems.
  • Experience with budgeting, sales forecasting, and meeting financial targets.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to handle customer issues effectively.
  • Knowledge of cycling products, bike fitting, and industry trends.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with POS systems and Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.)
  • Physical ability to lift and move bicycles and other heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs.)
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and special events.
  • Passion for cycling and creating a welcoming environment for all levels of riders.
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