Bookstore Manager

Decatur, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position: Bookstore Manager

Jones College Ellisville Mississippi

Jones College is seeking a dynamic organized and financially skilled professional to serve as Bookstore Manager. This leadership position plays a vital role in supporting student success by ensuring timely access to textbooks course materials and official Jones College merchandise while maintaining strong financial stewardship and operational excellence.

The Bookstore Manager reports to the Executive Vice President of Business Affairs / CFO and oversees all bookstore operations.

Position Overview

The Bookstore Manager is responsible for the daily management and long-term strategic oversight of the Jones College Bookstore. This includes textbook procurement retail operations inventory control budgeting compliance and staff supervision.

This position requires a strong combination of retail management financial oversight and customer service leadership within a higher education environment.

Key Responsibilities

Textbook & Course Material Management

Coordinate textbook adoptions with faculty and academic departments.
Procure textbooks and digital materials in compliance with Mississippi public purchasing laws.
Ensure course materials are available prior to each academic term.

Retail & Merchandise Operations

Manage sales of apparel gifts supplies and official Jones College merchandise in-store and online.
Maintain attractive visual merchandising and store presentation.
Monitor inventory levels and seasonal purchasing needs.
Support campus events through promotional initiatives.

Financial Management

Monitor revenue margins and expenses.
Ensure proper cash handling reconciliations and deposits.
Conduct regular inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory valuation.

Staff Leadership

Recruit train supervise and evaluate bookstore personnel.
Schedule staff to support peak registration and academic periods.
Promote a culture of professionalism and customer service excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Business Administration Accounting Retail Management or related field.
Minimum three (3) years of experience in retail management or bookstore operations.
Experience in budgeting inventory management and staff supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a college or university bookstore.
Knowledge of financial aid bookstore charge processes.
Familiarity with public procurement regulations.
Experience with retail POS and inventory systems.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Strong financial and analytical skills.
Ability to forecast inventory needs and analyze sales trends.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced academic environment.

Work Environment

Campus retail setting.
Extended hours required during registration and peak academic periods.

Application Process

Interested applicants must submit:

Completed the Jones College employment application on the Jones College Website: Accreditation Statement
Jones County Junior College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission
on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials
such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Jones
County Junior College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane Decatur GA 30033-4097 by calling or by
using information available on SACSCOCs website ().
JONES COLLEGE STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Jones County Junior College does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age sex or disability in its programs activities or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies: (ADA/ Section 504) Sarah Jones Director of Counseling & ADA Coordinator Student Affairs phone ; (Title IX) Dr. Brittany Barron Title IX Coordinator Hutcheson Hubbard Administration Building phone ; Jones County Junior College 900 South Court Street Ellisville MS 39437.

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Position: Bookstore ManagerJones College Ellisville MississippiJones College is seeking a dynamic organized and financially skilled professional to serve as Bookstore Manager. This leadership position plays a vital role in supporting student success by ensuring timely access to textbooks course mat...