VIB Regional Manager-VIB Retail Administration - #BVIIT031

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Fairfax, VA

14d•$60,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Virginia Industries for the Blind (VIB) is committed to employing and developing Virginians who are Blind, Visually Impaired, or DeafBlind through the production and delivery of quality goods and services. We are seeking a Regional Manager to be responsible for the management, operation and fiscal performance of the assignments in area of responsibility. This role requires 80% of time to be spent in the stores and 20% of time to be spent in an office environment completing administrative duties. The position offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with no nights, no weekends, and no federal holidays, supporting a strong work–life balance. The stores operate within federal or military settings with a controlled, predictable customer base and do not handle cash. We provide essential office, janitorial, and cleaning supplies, along with a range of commercial products.

Requirements

Strong retail management and operations experience.
Supervisory experience.
Experience working in a retail environment including merchandising, inventory management, Point of Sale system operation and replenishment processes.
Experience in training new employees.
Outside sales training.
Skill in analyzing, problem solving and exercising good judgment in critical decision making.
Good computer skills including Windows applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to use time effectively and efficiently.
Ability to manage a diverse workforce.
Ability to interpret and apply AbilityOne, Federal and State policies.
Ability to provide excellent customer service through establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, customers, vendors and agency personnel.
Ability to lead sales growth and manage operating expenses to established goals.
Ability to use a computer-based calendar to manage tasks and schedule.
Must be able to successfully pass and maintain criminal background process to access federal buildings and military bases.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a federal government environment.
Experience working in a military environment.
Experience in multi-store management.
Experience in outside sales.

Responsibilities

Manage, operate, and ensure the fiscal performance of assignments in the area of responsibility.
Coach and develop Store Managers, Assistant Store Managers and employees in the area of responsibility.
Engage in outside business development to bring new revenue streams to the region.
Communicate direction from the Director of Retail Operations, VIB and DBVI to the stores in a timely manner.
Supervise store management teams and ensure all stores are staffed, trained, and achieve AbilityOne and BSC best practice standards.
Ensure proper inventory management and maintain a high level of merchandising standards in each location.
Collaborate with peers and the leadership team to develop, follow, and communicate operational processes for the stores.
Implement goals and objectives of VIB to promote efficiency of store operations.
Foster strong relations with host commands/organizations to facilitate sales and grow the business proposition.
Respond to customer needs and organizational threats in a quick, professional, and value-adding manner.
Help develop and meet budget commitments on revenue and expenses through effective personnel and inventory management.
Coordinate marketing and sales promotions within the assigned area to promote sales growth.
Grow business to help maintain and create employment opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals.
Directly supervise designated positions (Performance Management).
Oversee Retail Store Operations.
Handle Administrative Duties.
Complete duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.
Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned.