Store Manager

Ablelight • Saginaw, MI

8d • $45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

Store Managers ensure the highest level of customer service while modeling AbleLight's mission, vision, and values. They solve problems, make informed decisions, manage the workforce, and achieve results. The role oversees store operations, staff and volunteers, merchandise presentation, inventory, budgets, security, and facility compliance. Store Managers also partner with regional management to identify retail vocational opportunities for the people AbleLight supports.

Requirements

• Associate degree required; experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• At least 2 years of retail management experience, including 1 year of leadership experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record as defined by AbleLight.
• Ability to effectively oversee employees and volunteers while prioritizing multiple projects.
• Effective people management, listening, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead the team while maintaining a broad view of store operations rather than becoming absorbed in day-to-day workload.
• Ability to help the team set meaningful goals and identify specific actions to achieve them.
• Ability to hold the team accountable for performance goals.
• Ability to work irregular hours as needed.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds repeatedly, stand for up to 8 hours at a time, assemble and move racks and shelves for extended periods, and carry items up and down stairs as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Model and promote AbleLight's mission, vision, and core values to ensure excellent customer service.
• Recruit, hire, and orient qualified applicants and volunteers to meet store needs.
• Train, coach, and manage associates in their daily responsibilities to maximize sales and profits.
• Oversee merchandise placement and display design and preparation.
• Implement and maintain operating procedures to support productivity and quality.
• Review operational reports and records for policy and procedure compliance; monitor profitability and manage budgets.
• Review receiving and transfer paperwork to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Maintain effective communication between the store and Corporate office.
• Oversee associates' and volunteers' compliance with policies and procedures covering company funds and property, personnel practices, security, sales, record keeping, production, and facility maintenance.
• Resolve employee, volunteer, donor, and customer issues affecting service, efficiency, and productivity; seek guidance and resources as appropriate.
• Ensure adequate security and facility compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety codes and ordinances.
• Partner with regional management to identify retail vocational opportunities for people AbleLight supports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Store discount
• Family-friendly retail hours
• Paid time off
• Any Day Pay through Dayforce Wallet, providing access to earned pay at no additional cost
• Benefits offered starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree