What are the responsibilities and job description for the Market Leader position at American Signature Inc.?
At American Signature Inc., we believe everyone has the right to a well-furnished life. Since 1948, we have been helping families fill their homes with furniture they love. Our company includes more than 120 family-owned and operated stores. As a Market Leader you are a part of this family and critical to our success. Responsible for talent, operations, customer / brand experience and overall profitability in a market that consists of 8 - 15 stores. This person is a leader and coach, and a champion of our culture and values. The Market Leader reports directly to the Sr. Divisional Director or VP of Sales.
All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.
Why you’ll want to join our team :
Join a historic, family-owned business that has helped furnish the lives of customers for nearly 80 years
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits & 401K plan
Our team members are encouraged to develop and move into more challenging roles as their career progresses.
Employee discounts at our affiliate brands which include– Value City Furniture, American Signature Furniture, DSW, and American Eagle Outfitters
Key Responsibilities :
Owns the Market P&L, driving sales while managing the bottom line.
Develops and leads a team of Store Managers providing leadership, direction and continued coaching and feedback
Builds a talent bench by developing internal talent and attracting external talent
Drives a high-performance culture with a customer-centric approach that achieves results
Executes plans and delivers results against the company’s long-term strategy
Inspires and motivates teams on the company’s Game Plan
Leads change throughout the Market
Ensures the execution of the merchandising experience throughout the Market
Executes all selling and delivery initiatives
Sets clear expectations and holds teams accountable to operational standards
Keeps current on local competition to share promotional and operational insights with store teams and home office partners.
Embody our values : Own It and Serve Others
The ideal candidate will have among other skills and abilities :
Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
3 years of multi-unit retail leadership experience
Ability to read and interpret documents including profit and loss statements
Ability to write reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers and team members
Ability to effectively prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced sales environment
Proven experience in strategic and organizational development, including the ability to attract, develop and retain best in class talent across a multi-unit environment
Proficient using business related technology systems
Proactive approach; identifies and solves problems
Adaptability; flexible to changing market forces and shifting priorities
Ability to break down complex ideas and communicate them in simple and easy to understand ways
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