Retail Store Management - New Store

Burlington Stores • Bakersfield, CA

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About The Position

The Store Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of a multi-million-dollar store operation and maximizing sales results while bringing Burlington’s values to life. The role leads store operations, merchandising, and service management, and is accountable for the overall success of the location and its associates. The Store Manager serves as a mentor, role model, and coach, partners with associates across the organization, and sets an example for delivering professional customer service and a world-class shopping experience.

Requirements

• 5+ years of retail management experience in a Big Box or Specialty environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Ability to lift and move boxes weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Experience using scheduling and reporting computer software.
• Travel may be required from time to time.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and oversee Assistant Managers, Supervisors, and Store Associates to ensure company policies, standards, expectations, and initiatives are implemented.
• Ensure Assistant Managers and store team members fulfill their individual responsibilities.
• Partner with the Assistant Store Manager, Merchandising, to coordinate merchandise placement, sales promotions, and pricing.
• Partner with the Assistant Store Manager, Operations, to review receiving, transfers, debits and damages, returns-to-vendor paperwork, and chargebacks for inventory accuracy.
• Act as Manager on Duty and model Burlington standard operating procedures while establishing a strong leadership presence.
• Manage a multi-million-dollar sales volume and expense budget, including related reporting and record-keeping.
• Recruit, screen, and hire associates to meet store staffing needs.
• Facilitate onboarding and training, provide ongoing coaching, and implement structured learning and development activities.
• Handle personnel and associate relations issues.
• Manage payroll budgets, workforce management, and scheduling.
• Facilitate communication and partnerships among the store team, district and regional management teams, and other company partners.

Benefits

• Competitive wage
• Flexible hours
• Associate discount
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Eligible full-time associates may receive up to 12 days of paid time off annually.
• Eligible full-time associates may receive up to 8 paid holidays.
• Paid sick time in accordance with applicable law
• 401(k) plan
• Training and development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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