Retail Store Manager

Company Overview Fitz’s Fish Ponds is a distinguished company known for designing, constructing, and maintaining outstanding ponds, waterfalls, and other water features. We believe that each water feature should be unique and welcome creative concepts. Our teams are made up of talented and creative individuals, and as our company expands, we are constantly seeking to welcome more members to our team! Position Summary As a Retail Store Manager, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the store, including employee management, driving sales, and providing outstanding customer service to our clients. You will play a key role in overseeing the store budget, inventory, merchandising, order fulfillment, projects, and events, while also cultivating a creative and collaborative atmosphere that embodies our dedication to customer success. Responsibilities Oversee the training process for new employees, focusing on FFP culture, productknowledge, sales techniques, and various associate responsibilities. Ensure that all teammembers are held accountable for their individual KPIs and objectives. Develop staff by enhancing their knowledge and offering opportunities for ongoing growth;establish succession plans to prepare associates for future promotions. Ensure payroll alignment by managing store schedules, overseeing labor costs, andadjusting to business conditions according to weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales. Planpayroll and scheduling based on store traffic to guarantee that the team is adequately staffedto assist customers effectively. Establish an effective inventory management process by utilizing our POS and companysoftware system. This includes executing essential business directives like price adjustmentsand ticketing procedures. To ensure loss prevention, focus on training associates,overseeing daily store activities, and ensuring that company policies are adhered to at alltimes. Uphold the store’s visual standards in alignment with the company’s culture and creativevision, ensuring that product displays are consistent with other locations. Take the lead inmaking decisions regarding visual merchandising strategies, tailored to the layout andspecific requirements of the store. Responsible for maintaining appropriate product levels in both the greenhouse and on thesales floor by strategically planning and managing floor replenishment. Analyze sales figures, interpret trends, and forecast future sales to manage all controllablecosts and keep operations profitable. Provide an exceptional and meaningful customer service experience that promotes theproduct and builds brand relationships. Service multiple customers at a time, multi-taskand/or handle projects simultaneously. Tasked in assisting in the cleaning and upkeep of the koi fish, plants, green houses, storetanks while ensuring the overall property is well-kept at all times. Keep the outdoor areawell-maintained as necessary, which includes activities such as leaf blowing, weeding, andplanting. Recognize the appropriate moments to refer a customer to another department within theorganization, such as Construction or Service, while ensuring that all relevant information iscollected. Perform any other duties and responsibilities as needed. Qualifications 3-4 years of experience in Retail Store Management or similar industry - Required 3-4 years of experience managing and leading a team of associates - Required Heavy machinery operation experience - _ A Plus! _ Extraordinary interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to carry out job responsibilities in a high-volume, fast-paced setting Physical requirement involving the exertion of force up to 45 pounds, including standing,lifting, and walking flights of stairs High School Diploma, GED or equivalent - Required Available for varied weekly shifts including weekends, holidays, peak seasons, open andclosings as needed - _ Required _ Familiarity with ponds, aquariums, aquatic plants or fish - a plus! Position Information Full-Time | Starting at $60,000/annually with growth opportunities **Depending on Experience** Benefits 401k and company match Dental Insurance Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Employee company discount High-growth and promotion opportunities! #J-18808-Ljbffr Fitz Fish Ponds