Community Retail Leader (CHARLOTTESVILLE)

General Managers make a visible impact as a retail leader and business professional in driving their stores community relationships, merchandise sales, technical services portfolio, print services and business-to-business network. You will be collaborative and inclusive in helping our customers while spearheading a fun, team-oriented retail culture.

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Get great perks.

• Bonus plan, generous paid time off, career development program, and weekly pay
• Compensation is based on qualifications and experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Full medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Associate discounts on in-store and online merchandise, services and warranty plans
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and more
• And many more benefits

Provide strong leadership in community, customer service, sales, and team development.

• Ensure that the store culture embodies Staples values and its commitment to the community
• Develop a consultative and customer centric environment for the small business customer
• Empower your team to learn, grow and deliver through teaching, coaching and inspiring
• Direct merchandise sales, print & marketing services and retail operations 
• Drive profitable sales and margin while reducing variability and improving performance YoY
• Hold yourself and your team accountable for flawless execution of operational excellence 
• Coach every manager and supervisor to create a culture of consultative selling and total solutions 
• Overall management of running a store; additional responsibilities as needed or assigned

Essential skills and experience:

• 1+ year progressively responsible store management experience in a retail environment as a General/Store Manager
• Store Operations experience with analysis, planning, financial acumen and driving results 
• Experience creating a customer centric environment and working in a consultative selling environment that provides customers a total solution 
• Experience developing a team in operational excellence to drive profitable year-over-year sales and margins 
• Ability to lead and work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
• Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
• Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
• Ability to lift/move materials in the 10-50 pound range, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously

Preferred skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
• Engage with the community and network & support small business customers 

Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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At Staples, “inclusion” is an action word. It represents what we do to ensure that all employees feel valued and supported to contribute to their fullest potential. When we operate inclusively, diversity naturally follows. This is why we work hard to foster an inclusive culture, as we seek employees with unique and varied perspectives and areas of expertise. The result is a better workplace and innovative thinking that helps us exceed our customers’ expectations – through the power of the people behind our iconic brand. xywuqvp Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.