Department Manager - Sporting Goods - Watford City, ND
About The Position
Runnings is seeking a motivated, customer-focused leader to manage its Pet & Animal Health department in a new 21,000-square-foot retail store. The role oversees merchandising, inventory management, sales performance, customer service, and the development of a knowledgeable department team. The manager serves customers caring for pets, livestock, and other animals, and supports overall store operations as assigned. The hourly pay range is $18.00–$22.00, based on experience. The position is based in a retail store and offers an active, fast-moving environment with frequent customer interaction and exposure to pet supplies, livestock products, animal health merchandise, and agricultural products. The schedule is varied and includes days, evenings, and every other weekend. Physical demands include frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, extended standing and walking, and frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and moving merchandise.
Requirements
- Knowledge of pet supplies, animal health products, livestock feed, treats, supplements, bedding, fencing, or farm and ranch products is preferred.
- Customer-focused mindset and passion for helping customers find solutions for their pets and animals.
- Ability to train, coach, and positively influence team members while promoting teamwork and accountability.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks, maintain standards, and drive department success.
- Ability to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, and every other weekend.
- Ability to work an irregular schedule.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to frequently bend, reach, twist, and move merchandise.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous retail, farm and ranch, agricultural, pet industry, or customer service experience preferred.
- Prior leadership, supervisory, or department management experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead merchandising and presentation of pet, livestock, and animal health products.
- Coordinate placement and distribution of new merchandise within the department.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels and product availability.
- Deliver customer service and help customers select and purchase products.
- Share product knowledge related to pet care, livestock supplies, animal health products, nutrition, and seasonal needs.
- Partner with Retail Buyers to identify inventory needs and product opportunities.
- Train, mentor, and support department team members.
- Monitor department appearance, pricing, signing, and merchandising standards.
- Ensure safe handling and storage of merchandise.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked department.
- Support overall store operations and perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- Training and development opportunities
- Advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
