District Manager BSC

THE LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC • North Fort Lewis, WA

9d • $34 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

The District Manager manages all BSC store activities, including store operations, administration, organization, and supervision of personnel. The role oversees a diverse workgroup and multiple military contracts, establishes relationships with base contract officers and community members, and ensures standard operating procedures and contractual requirements are followed. The position also manages staffing, inventory, sales, financial performance, marketing, security, and compliance with company, safety, legal, and base requirements.

Requirements

• Three to five years of supervisory experience in retail, wholesale, or supply operations.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds using safe lifting techniques.
• Ability to work on potentially uneven concrete floors and stand, stoop, bend, and stretch throughout a shift.
• Ability to safely use warehouse equipment, climb ladders, and load and unload delivery vehicles.
• Pleasant, polite, and professional communication with customers and employees.
• Proficiency in basic math, Microsoft Office, and Excel.
• Ability to motivate employees and make sound analytical decisions.
• Strong administrative, managerial, organizational, planning, and project-management skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to network with customers, suppliers, and peers.
• Commitment to the Lighthouse mission and interest in participating in community volunteer work.
• Ability to work the assigned schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• Previous military service is a plus.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify current and future customer requirements by building rapport with potential and existing customers.
• Manage multiple military contracts and establish relationships with base contract officers.
• Build community networks and participate in base community events.
• Ensure proper billing practices and accurate inventory records.
• Recruit, select, orient, motivate, mentor, and train employees; provide corrective action when needed.
• Prepare employee schedules, assign work, and arrange team-building activities.
• Generate sales and revenue and evaluate sales reports.
• Prepare annual budgets, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions to meet financial objectives.
• Review operating and financial statements and departmental sales records to determine marketing strategy changes and assess profitability.
• Ensure merchandise and services are available by approving contracts and maintaining inventory levels.
• Formulate pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities.
• Secure merchandise by implementing security systems and measures.
• Maintain store operations by initiating policies and procedures.
• Comply with Lighthouse and store policies, safety requirements, federal and local laws, base rules, and contractual requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Up to 17 days of paid time off per year.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance, AD&D, and life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 6% employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program.
• Paid leave for service animal training.
• Focus on upward mobility.
• Inclusive and supportive team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager