District Manager (Columbus OH)

Bell Nursery • Columbus, OH

439d • $60,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The District Manager (DM) at Bell Nursery is responsible for overseeing the sales and operations of multiple garden centers. This role involves managing expenses, personnel, visual merchandising, and business partner relationships, while acting as a leader and catalyst for change within the organization.

Requirements

• 3+ years of retail management experience preferred.
• 5+ years of management experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple sites and employees across those sites.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Motivation, organization, and ability to follow through with assigned tasks and goals.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Availability to travel within the district 90% of the time and outside of the district 5% of the time.
• Proficient in MS Office and intermediate computer skills.
• Basic knowledge of horticulture and gardening preferred but not required.
• Ability to move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• High School Diploma; College Degree preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of horticulture and gardening preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff to meet the district's needs.
• Train and coach staff in execution of daily tasks.
• Participate in administering company policies and developing long-range goals and objectives.
• Oversee all visual merchandising within the district, including pricing, POG compliance, product quality, and inventory levels.
• Recognize opportunities to maximize sales and coordinate sales promotion activities.
• Develop effective measures at store level to execute signage standards.
• Oversee preparation and execution of merchandise placement and displays across all managed stores.
• Ensure proper channels of communication exist between the Garden Centers and Bell Nursery USA.
• Oversee compliance of Area Managers, Store Supervisors, and merchandising staff with established company policies and standards.
• Help solve problems affecting the Garden Centers' service, efficiency, and productivity.
• Plan and oversee monthly inventories and ensure accuracy and completeness of counts and inventories.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety programs and encourage safe work practices.
• In conjunction with the Merchandising Manager, ensure stores have the proper product mix and appropriate inventory levels to achieve sales goals.
• Maintain frequent communication with the Regional Market Manager and provide updates on district activity, changes, and issues.
• Create and maintain productive communication with The Home Depot District Manager.
• Participate in The Home Depot district meetings and work on peer-to-peer level with District Managers to maximize sales.

Benefits

• Full-time position with a salary of $60,000 a year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED