What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail store manager position at Blick Art Materials?
Your Role... :
By exhibiting exceptional teamwork, boundless curiosity, and the utmost care, the Assistant Manager will lead their team to fulfill Blick’s commitment to our customers, the Arts, and our local communities. Responsibilities include :
Direct and oversee the overall operations of all in-store departments of the retail location
Increase sales volume, uphold customer service values, develop and maintain customer and school relationships, maintain proper stock levels, maintain inventory replenishment orders, special orders, and factory direct drop shipping orders
Assists the Store General Manager with the House Account Program including, but not limited to, processing House Account orders, contacting Account customers, and maintaining customer relationships
Oversee all aspects of inventory such as : Vendor Direct and Special Orders, Min / Max Changes, Inventory Adjustments, Weekly Cycle Counts, Store Transfers, RTVs, and shipment processing
Maintain company POGs, display and signage compliance, cleanliness standards, and supply orders
Ensure compliance to all Loss Prevention and Safety measures, Dick Blick Company Policies and Procedures, and operational controls
Shift supervision, including opening and closing the store, managing payroll, creating weekly schedule, staff tasks and duties assigned daily
Interview candidates for open non-exempt associate positions
Solve associate issues in partnership with other members of management
Execute the training of all store associates on Blick Onboarding Training, Sales Training Program, Design Center Training, promotional events, and Featured Products
Communicate and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly sales goals for all associates
Coordinate marketing programs at store level along with ensuring compliance to National Marketing programs
Understand and manage the financial well-being of the store using the annual budget and monthly Profit & Loss reports
Oversee ordering of store supplies through retail purchasing and monitor expenses
General Requirements :
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Excellent Communication Skills
Willing and able to relocate for future opportunities if required
Is willing and able to work a minimum of two nights per work week; must close Friday and Saturday a minimum of one weekend per accounting period, minimum of one Sunday per accounting period
Availability to work flexible schedules including day / evening shifts, weekends and holidays as required by the needs of the business
Regular attendance in accordance with the attendance policy
Competencies :
Elevates Service Standards
Builds High Performing Teams
Leadership
Champions Core Values
People
Supervisory Responsibility :
The Assistant Manager directly and indirectly supervises personnel within their store location
Physical Demands :
Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds while using the appropriate lifting techniques and following all safety rules
Prolonged walking, standing, and climbing ladders
Travel :
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected
Qualifications :
High School Diploma, College preferred but not required
One year of previous retail management experience or one year of employment with Blick
Demonstrated superior sales performance throughout career
Computer literate, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
Other Duties :
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits Include
Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
401K & Profit Sharing Plan
Incentive Bonus Plans
Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
Training Opportunities
Basic & Optional Life Insurance
Employee Discount
Who we are... :
Founded in 1911, Blick Art Materials is in its third generation of family ownership, and is the largest and oldest provider of art supplies in the United States.
Our Mission... :
At Blick Art Materials, our family owners and dedicated staff support the Visual Art Community by providing the widest selection of art supplies at the lowest prices.
With extraordinary service and integrity, we strive to provide artists, educators, students, and our employees with the tools, assistance, and training they need to grow, innovate, and reach their creative potential.
Last updated : 2024-10-20
