Retail Store Manager jobs in Airway Heights, WA

The Country Store - Farm, Pet & Home

Store Manager

Colville, WA

The Country Store is the retail division of Skagit Farmers Supply, a diversified local agricultural supply cooperative. The company was founded in Burlington, WA in 1934. We have grown and developed into four business divisions: agronomy, retail, energy, and wholesale distribution & milling. Our mission is to serve the community to preserve and enhance the viability of the agriculture economy.

Our Country Stores provide quality goods and services for all “Farm-Pet-Home” needs! We operate 10 retail stores in Washington and Montana.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coach and provide feedback focused on enhancing employee performance
• Create a desirable work environment through promotions, recognition, and empowerment
• Hire, develop, evaluate, discipline, and retain staff
• Supervise, train and lead team members in providing exceptional customer service and product knowledge
• Communicate company processes and policies to staff
• Oversee daily procedures
• Schedule, organize and plan daily activities
• Implement cross-training to maintain productivity
• Promote a safe and productive work environment for staff and customers
• Seek ways to better promote the store, product lines and service within the store
• Run financial and inventory reports for the store
• Manage all controllable costs with a view to maintaining profitability
• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities
• Manage and maintain vendor business relations
• Manage daily merchandise flow to ensure adequate stock and inventory controls
• Work with retail support to organize merchandise resets; implement and sustain merchandise presentation
• Maintain presentability and cleanliness of the store
• Accurately complete sales using POS system according to established procedures
• Ensure a safe and clean environment
• Exhibit an ability to get along with others
• Practice punctual and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Three years’ experience in retail store management
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license and safe driving record
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence and high standards especially in terms of providing outstanding customer service
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, problem-solving, and analytical skills with an emphasis on calculating figures and amounts
• Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates
• Ability to lift, carry and load 60-pound weight requirements
• Demonstrate proficiency with Windows operating system and Microsoft Office
• Proven track record of being dependable and reliable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree in business or equivalent experience
• Exhibit a high level of product knowledge in one or more of the following areas: livestock or equine products, lawn and garden supplies, hardware, fencing, pet feed & supplies or any related knowledge
• Experience with Epicor or similar retail POS software

SCHEDULE

This is a full-time position (schedule may vary). 45 hours/week. Sunday through Saturday. Must be available to work evenings and/or weekends as needed.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Annual base salary: $65k – $80k plus quarterly performance bonus program. After meeting eligibility requirements, benefits include:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation*
• Sick Pay
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Match
• Employee Discounts
• Dependent Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Profit Sharing

*Two to six weeks depending on length of full-time service.

TO APPLY

Visit our careers page at https://www.countrystore.net to submit an online application (or download a Word or PDF version).

You may also visit us at 466 W 1st Ave. Colville, WA 99114. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience level:

• 3 years

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• retail store management: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Colville, WA 99114 (Required)

Work Location: In person