General Manager, Retail

3 months ago

Austin, United States Goodwill Industries of Central Texas Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Summary of Position

The Retail General Manager (RGM) is responsible for managing daily operations of the retail store including both the production activities and the retail selling floor. This includes customer service, stocking, merchandising, inventory control, budgeting, and record keeping. Also included is the overall production efficiency, housekeeping standards, safety standards, loss prevention, and coordination of merchandise flow. The RGM is responsible for clearly defining roles, responsibilities and requirements for their direct reports and hold each accountable by setting specific performance expectations, providing necessary training, and giving consistent feedback.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the overall operation of the retail store, including store opening and closing.
  • Oversee all production levels, and quality of merchandise to the sales floor to optimize revenue generation.
  • Manage inventory levels of all merchandise lines.
  • Monitor and ensure a smooth and effective flow of donations adhering to all published standards, security, safety, and State laws.
  • Maintain staffing levels while attaining budgeted payroll This includes employment separation, hiring, and training all new associates in accordance with Goodwill policies.
  • Perform all requested reporting requirements on a timely basis including but not limited to surveys, production reports and sales reports.
  • Review and analyze profit and loss statements and adjust store operations according to data.
  • Ensure that daily banking requirements are met.
  • Set and manage schedules for store staff so that the store needs are always met.
  • Manage time and attendance through the Company timekeeping program and submit payroll according to established deadlines.
  • Maintain effective email, phone, and face to face communication with all divisions and other stores.
  • Create an atmosphere of ongoing exceptional customer service for both internal and external customers. Serves as point of resolution for customer complaints and grievances.
  • Comply with and enforce company policies and standards.
  • Strives to reduce store turnover, through proper training, selection, and motivation of store team.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has supervisory responsibilities over the retail staff including the Assistant Manager, Retail Supervisor, Merchandise Processors & Sales Associates.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • High school diploma or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Two to three years of previous retail progressive management experience supervising several departments and/or staff of 15 or more employees.
  • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in retail or equivalent industry.
  • Experience selecting, assessing, coaching, and developing associates, preferably in a retail environment.
  • Full P+L ownership.
  • Proficiency in setting and managing schedules for store staff.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Basic math and computer skills.
  • Broad knowledge of the thrift and resale industry and ability to react to competitively.
  • Highly developed sense of customer service and interpersonal skills including high integrity, respect for all individuals (customers, vendors, and employees), strong critical and analytical thinking skills, and appreciation of diversity.
  • Ability to perform the same functions that direct reports perform.
  • Ability to complete necessary paperwork and reports in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment in handling day-to day situations.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule to include opening and closing shifts and extended hours during peak business.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in both a climate controlled and non-climate controlled environment.
  • Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, bending, lifting, kneeling, and climbing for prolonged periods of time (up to 7 hours- per 8-hour shift).
  • Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  • Moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).
  • Ability to work in a confined area.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Post offer background check is required to ensure applicant meets all eligibility requirements for the assigned customer/location. Alternative work locations may be offered as appropriate.

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