Retail Store Manager

Northern New England Employment Services•Williston, VT

40d•$57,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

If you are a motivated and results-oriented leader passionate about retail and community impact, we invite you to apply for the Store Manager position. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference while leading a dynamic retail team.

Requirements

Associate Degree or equivalent experience
Two years of successful supervisory experience at Goodwill; or 2+ years of successful store manager experience with full P&L responsibility in a small box environment; or 1+ years of successful management experience in a big box environment
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Knowledge of retail operations, including inventory management and pricing strategies.
Familiarity with retail point-of-sale systems and inventory tracking software.
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in business, retail management, or a related field.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or another relevant language is a plus.
Experience working with diverse and inclusive teams.
Passion for sustainability and Goodwill's mission of creating opportunities for people with diverse challenges.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage a team of employees, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Set performance expectations, provide coaching and feedback, and promote staff development.
Customer Service: Ensure customers receive excellent service by setting and maintaining high customer interactions, merchandising, and store cleanliness standards.
Inventory Management: Oversee inventory control, including pricing, stocking, and rotation of merchandise to maximize sales and minimize waste.
Sales Growth: Develop and implement strategies to drive sales growth, including merchandising displays, promotions, and customer engagement initiatives.
Financial Management: Manage store budgets and financial performance, monitoring expenses and revenue to achieve budget targets.
Quality Control: Maintain merchandise quality standards and ensure all items meet Goodwill's quality guidelines.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with all Goodwill policies, as well as federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Community Engagement: Represent Goodwill in the local community, building positive relationships with customers, donors, and community partners.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
403(b) retirement plan with Employer Match
Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability
Employer-paid Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off Plan
Paid Holidays
50% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT
Exceptional career growth opportunities
Discount on personal cell phone plans
Local community discounts
Caring coworkers/team that supports you!
Goodwill NNE also offers private "life navigation" services to anyone who wants it; that might include free counseling and other services. Our Employee Life Navigators have quietly helped many employees with difficult life circumstances so they can move toward personal stability.
All employees have free access to telehealth services - whether you or your family member has a sore throat or wants support with mental health.