Store Director

SUMMARY The Ace Store Director is responsible for ensuring superior customer service in their store. They must develop Associates at all levels, drive sales and profitability, and maintain effective expense and payroll budget management. They will also ensure compliance with effective inventory management and merchandising practices and all store policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Drives store sales by ensuring that all customers are acknowledged, customer projects needs are met, and concerns are resolved quickly. Hires, trains and develops retail staff with goals for growth and success in their positions, provides performance feedback and recognizes accomplishments. Performs bookkeeping and payroll functions Controls shrink, expenses and labor Coordinates the overall supervision of retail staff to ensure sales performance goals are met and procedures are followed accurately Regulates retail inventory to reduce shrinkage, maintains appropriate stock levels and ensures report accuracy Directs the shipping, receiving and inventory flow for the store Forecasts scheduling needs to meet customer demand and creates work schedules Delegates daily workload among Associates to meet merchandising and visual presentation standards Aware of competition activity and report results: shares information with supervisor and makes appropriate recommendations Ensures compliance with all laws, policies and procedures. Follows all ACE programs/promotions Acts as Niemann Foods representative within the store and community Enforces safety policies and procedures; is a safety role model Other duties as assigned by supervisor KEY ATTRIBUTES Product knowledge Passion for hardware business Leadership skills People/Communication skills Excellent Customer Service skills Integrity Ability to multi-task SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Manages all Associates in the store. Overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the store and Associates. Follows NFI policies and applicable federal, state and local laws. Interviews, hires, and trains Associates Plan, assign, and direct work Reward and discipline Associates Address complaints and resolves problems EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Possess vast product knowledge of hardware related products Minimum of 2 years retail management experience Knowledge of retail computer systems, Word and Excel a plus LANGUAGE SKILLS Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages, distribution, penetration, gross profit, and sales per associate hour) CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Some locations may require Power Industrial Truck Certification RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel Safety Cutter Knives Apron Uniform per store policy PHYSICAL DEMANDS Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time) Stand Walk Use hands to finger, handle, or feel Reach with hands and arms Communicate with associates and customers Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) Climb Balance Stoop Kneel Crouch Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time) Sit Overhead lifting Crawl Smell Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds Vision Close Distance Ability to adjust focus Ability to distinguish colors WORK ENVIRONMENT Occasionally Outside weather conditions Work in high places Fumes or airborne particles Toxic or caustic chemicals Risk of electrical shock Noise Level Moderate in most areas High in areas with lumber processing equipment PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience) BENEFITS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care) Life Insurance Voluntary Benefits Paid Time Off Retirement Plans Employee Assistance Program Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time. Position requirements may vary by store location #J-18808-Ljbffr niemann-foods