GC Retail Sales Manager Store 752

Guitar Center • Montgomery, AL

22d

About The Position

Guitar Center is seeking a Sales Manager to lead a sales team, drive revenue, and create positive customer experiences in a music-focused retail environment. The manager sets an upbeat, customer-focused tone, shares a strong passion for music, and guides the team toward meeting and exceeding sales goals. The role also addresses customer and operational challenges, develops team collaboration, and supports the store’s day-to-day performance.

The Sales Manager leads by example, trains employees in sales techniques and product knowledge, and builds a high-performing sales team through recruiting, training, and development. The role includes managing inventory, labor, and schedules. Guitar Center describes its workplace as a creative, vibrant environment and offers eligible musician employees gig leave to take time off to perform or tour and return to their job afterward.

Requirements

• Passion for music and musicianship, with an understanding of the art and craft of music.
• Experience leading a sales team and the ability to inspire others.
• Business acumen, including understanding P&L statements and labor management.
• Strong communication skills.
• Organization, attention to detail, and meticulousness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the sales team to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Deliver training on sales techniques and product knowledge.
• Promote a customer-first culture and ensure customers have a satisfying experience.
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing sales team.
• Manage inventory, labor, and schedules to support smooth store operations.
• Address complex customer issues and help optimize store operations.
• Collaborate with the team and foster a supportive, coordinated work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Mental health support.
• Paid sick, holiday, and vacation time.
• Employee discount program.
• Tuition reimbursement options.
• Gig leave for musician employees to take time off to perform or tour and return to their job afterward.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed