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Corporate Retail Sales Manager (advertised as ADPHT Specialty Operations Manager)
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Salary: $40340
Grade: GS07
Requisition: 49115
Location: Parks Operations Division Little Rock AR
Closing date: Until Filled
Job Duties: The Corporate Retail Sales Manager is responsible for developing and managing an overall buying and sales strategy and plan for a portfolio of revenue producing facilities and will work closely with all state park operational units to procure and display resale merchandise. Job duties include:
Developing and maintaining a standard list of merchandise for resale
Develop and maintain retail pricing to maximize revenue and minimize cost of sales
Develop and implement the logo brand standard policy
Create and release visual merchandising standards and practices
Establish a system or system for approving artwork ensuring it meets brand standards
Collaborate with ADPHT Communications section on the development of a consistent identifier (logo) unique to each park
Develop create implement and monitor an Arkansas State Parks online store
Support the development of a loyalty program for revenue channels within the State Parks division
Collaborate with each parks resale buyer to coordinate product selections and offerings
Collaborate with each park on budget inventory and distribution of resale merchandise
Maintain and monitor the POS system at each location
Conduct training for park staff regarding inventory and merchandise management
Assist in the inventory management of Club 52 merchandise
Meeting with distributors suppliers and vendors to review product offerings
Address guest or vendor inquiries questions or needs. Respond to complaints regarding merchandise
Conduct visits and inspections of the gift shops resolving issues as they arise
Attend appropriate and applicable trade shows for new merchandise offerings.
Make presentations to the public civic groups and other stakeholders as necessary.
Develop and maintain connections to related industry business partners and stakeholders.
Keep records write summaries analyze data and complete operational reports for marketing/sales figures on history forecasts and budget. Provide to management as required.
Prepare inventory reports and forecast sales for inventory management.
Create process and file reports and correspondence as needed.
Always volunteer and willingly accept work outside these parameters to propel the agenda of the team and to the benefit of the agency.
Demonstrate the desire to effectively communicate with all partners and stakeholders both internal and external.
Advanced communication and computer skills required. Must be able to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays. Frequent travel is required.
Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications:The formal education equivalent of a bachelors degree in marketing accounting or business management or a related field; plus four years of experience in retail and/or financial management in a forprofit organization. Experience may be a substitute for education. Experience working with a central reservation system jobrelated education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements except for certification or licensure requirements upon approval of the qualifications review committee.
Must have a valid drivers license; a driving record check will be performed. A criminal background check is also required.
This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays annual and sick leave health insurance and retirement pension.
EOE/AA/ADA Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Applications accepted online ONLY: visit us on the web at to find out more about us.
The Arkansas Department of Parks Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansass natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the states economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state.
Class Code: G165C
Grade: GS07
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $40340.00 $64343.00
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy age disability citizenship national origin genetic information military or veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Manager
Full Time