The North West Company is Hiring a Department Manager, Softgoods (Relocation and Housing) Near Kotzebue, AK
More than just retail. Come make a difference. The Alaska Commercial Company currently has exciting opportunities for full-time, permanent employment in retail stores across the North. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team where your experience and work ethic is appreciated and rewarded. With The Alaska Commercial Company, you’re encouraged to learn and grow on the job and to explore the beauty and the culture of the communities in which we live and work. The Alaska Commercial Company offers rewarding experiences and unique opportunities for growth.
Competitive salaries
Comprehensive benefits package
Taxable housing accommodations (no pets allowed in this location)
Relocation package
Your Responsibilities: The Softgoods Manager is accountable for the successful day-to-day operation of the Softgoods Department. This includes the implementation of company standards, protection of company assets, attention to maintaining a local competitive position, and the development and training of staff. The incumbent supports the rest of store management team and fosters positive customer relationships.
Provide excellent customer service and deliver on the Value Offer
Schedule staff to maximize customer service and fulfill business needs
Manage the Softgoods Department to maximize sales and grow profits
Ensure that the daily operating disciplines, as described in the Best Practices Manual (Retail Basics) are consistently met
Ensure operating goals are met by monitoring performance, following merchandizing practices, supporting promotions, maintain operational standards, and controls
Support, train, and develop staff
Participate as a key member of store team, providing leadership to store team and support to the Store Manager
Skills & Qualifications:
Strong customer service skills
3 years of management experience in general merchandise retail
Record of bottom line and sales results in previous roles
Strong Knowledge of general merchandise operating principles
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions both verbally and orally
Computer knowledge of Excel and Outlook
Customer driven
Ability to work with confidential information
Location: Kotzebue, AK Reports to: Store Manager We’d love to hear from all workers who are motivated to thrive professionally and personally while making a difference in the communities we serve. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. CANDIDATES MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE TO RURAL REGIONS OF ALASKA. RELOCATION ARRANGEMENTS WILL BE MADE AND PAID FOR BY THE ALASKA COMMERCIAL COMPANY. ACC is a growing company with a long history of serving rural Alaskans. For more than 150 years, we have been providing groceries and general merchandise to the people of Alaska. As was true more than 150 years ago, our stores continue to be a vital center of local community life. In 1992, the company was purchased by The North West Company (NWC) from then owner The Commercial Enterprise Development Corporation of Alaska. This acquisition by NWC made the combined companies the largest North American rural retailers and one of the largest employers in the State of Alaska. Learn more about ACC: alaskacommercial.comWe create a collaborative and constructive culture by:
Acting with integrity • Fostering excellence • Respecting others • Working collaboratively • Being accountable
ACC is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates, including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s , BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.