Store Manager

Store Manager

Bookstore Manager

Our company is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, highly organized and efficient Bookstore Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our bookstore. The ideal candidate will have a passion for books, crafts, technology, toys, games, stationery, trending products, excellent customer service skills, and experience managing a team. In this role, you will be responsible for hiring and training staff, managing inventory, creating marketing strategies, and maintaining a welcoming and organized store environment. If you have a strong attention to detail, are a results-driven individual, passionate about retail with a love for creativity, we encourage you to apply to be a member of our team.

Responsibilities:

• deliver outstanding customer service. Manage bookstore operations including purchasing, inventory management, and marketing

• Oversee daily operations of the retail store, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Analyze sales data and identify trends
• Lead and motivate retail associates to achieve sales targets and
• Collaborate with the Directors to establish operational policies and procedures
• Report to the Directors on all actions taken to attain company goals and objectives

• Oversee a team of employees and regularly schedule work hours and general schedules

• Maintain a clean and organized store environment
• Leading, monitoring and motivating retail associates to achieve sales targets and deliver outstanding customer service.
• Monitoring inventory levels, conducting regular stock assessments and coordinating with suppliers to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Implementing merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and appeal

• Develop and implement strategies to increase revenue, profitability and customer base
• Initiates and coordinates development of action plans to penetrate new markets.
• Provides timely, accurate, competitive pricing on all completed prospect applications submitted for pricing and approval, while striving to maintain maximum profit margin.
• Maintains accurate records of all pricings, sales, and activity reports submitted by Sales Representatives.
• Creates and conducts proposal presentations.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team.
• Sets examples for Sales Team in areas of personal character, commitment, organizational and selling skills and work habits.
• Efficient management of Sales Management Process methodology, Customer Relationship Management and forecasting.
• Provide accurate and timely forecasting
• Aggressive and active in competitive accounts, knowledgeable regarding competition and industry trends
• Ability to ensure the store is stocked for upcoming seasons in advance
• Able to identify, articulate, and implement products, solutions, and services to customer requirements
• Develop and implement business plan to identify, sell, and support incremental value-added services and/or products 
• Responsible for proposing and closing engagements that will achieve total revenue growth, profit, and customer satisfaction plans
• Maintain a self-development program in order to constantly strive toward continuing professional growth and work to continuously improve sales skills, managerial skills, business skills and product knowledge
• Meet the highest personal and professional standards.
• Mentoring, training and coaching of team members

• Collaborate with publishers and other vendors to source new products

• Manage bookstore events such as book clubs among other activities

• Maintain financial records and prepare reports for upper management

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and adjust strategies as needed
• Maintain profitability by meeting sales targets and managing costs effectively

Requirements:

• Previous management experience in a retail setting

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities

• Knowledge of book, craft, art, game, technology and toy industry trends
• Comfortable with financial analysis and budget management

• Working knowledge of computer systems and software
• Excellent planning, organising and time management skills
• Excellent planning, organising and time management skills
• Ability to coordinate, delegate, motivate and mentor
• Negotiation, conflict resolution and team building skills

• Bachelor's degree in business or a related field preferred
• Proper working vehicle
• Minimum of Three (3) years experience in a sales management capacity

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:

The position may require lifting and carrying heavy items, as well as standing for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to operate a computer and read for prolonged periods.

Work Environment:

The bookstore manager will work in a retail environment and must be comfortable interacting with customers, employees, and vendors on a regular basis.

Benefits

Including benefits is always a plus. It can help attract suitable candidates. Here's an example:

• Competitive salary based on experience and expertise

• Employee discounts on books and other merchandise