Retail Store Manager
Seattle, WA - USA
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experiencedStore Managerto lead our retail team of Gearheads to connect customers to their pursuits outside and support their gear-related needs. As the Store Manager you willbe responsible foroverseeing the day-to-day operations of our physical store ensuring the highest level of customer service sales productivity merchandising decisions inventoryintegrityand store profitability. You will alsobe responsible forextending Backcountrys culture corevaluesand operating principles into your workplacemaintaininga positive and enthusiastic work environment.
This role is challenging above and beyondthe day-to-dayresponsibilitiesyoullhavea big rolewithin a fast-paced team.
This position willreportintothe Head of Retail.
- Manage all aspects of storeoperations;sales customer service inventory scheduling and payroll events partnerships and visual merchandising
- Monitor store performance metrics develop action plans and execute to delivery Budget goals across selling and profitability
- Recruit and train a staff of Gearhead product experts capable of speaking to technical goods and supporting our customers outdoor activities and needs
- Maintain elevated standards of customer experience and selling productivity; fitting rooms footwear technical hardgoods and general zoning
- Build loyalty and satisfaction with customers through positive interactions relationship building activities and prompt resolution of any issue
- Identify local marketing opportunities to further engagement in the community
- Manage inventory levels maintain healthy shrink % promote placement to key items and identify gaps in product mix and collaborate to achieve a productive assortment strategy
- Maintain a positive and enthusiastic work environment promoting teamwork collaboration and open communication
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors carriers landlords and other key stakeholders
- Collaborate with our online store team to ensure consistency across all sales channels and provide seamless customer experiences
- 5 years of experience in retail leadership preferably in an outdoor retail or e-commerce company
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets and maximizing profitability
- Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks remain flexible and adapt quickly
- Proficient in Microsoft Office point-of-sale (POS) systems and Scheduling tools
- Passion for the outdoors and outdoor products
- Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with associates and customers
- Ability to remain standing for up to 5 hours at a time
- Ability to move about the store coaching and directing associates; selling to customers and retrieving merchandise from stockroom or sales floor
- Ability to grab reach push pull bend stoop kneel and crouch to retrieve and replenish merchandise from stockroom or sales floor
- Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to ascend/descend ladders to retrieve and/or move merchandise
- Ability to operate a computer POS system keyboards merchandise scanners and mouse to accomplish work
- Must have a flexible schedule including availability for nights weekends and holidays
- Regular and predictable attendance
CSC Generation is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodations statement The CSC Generation family of brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability please contact emailprotected.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
CSC Generation acquires and transforms businesses to drive growth. Discover how our expertise can help take your business to the next level.