What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager in Training position at Individually Owned and Operated Ace Hardware Store?
About 43Corp
43Corp is the largest Ace Hardware chain in Connecticut with locations in Middletown, Norwich, Rocky Hill and Waterford. We are owned and operated by the 4th generation of the Grant Family and have been in operation continuously since 1912 when Jake Slosberg opened Shetucket Coal and Lumber. We are proud to serve the communities we are located in and take great pleasure in supporting each communities needs either through membership in Rotary or through numerous local charities.
General Summary
The Manager in Training will work learn duties from the current manager with an end goal of taking over the position. Previous manager experience required. Overtime hours available and possibly required.
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the daily retail operations & merchandising of the store including assigning and overseeing the completion of tasks and responsibilities delegated to the store team. This position will insure that all team members are delivering Helpful Customer Service to every customer.
Essential Duties:
Analyze changes that affect the store’s operation and goals. Make necessary changes and adjustments to meet and or beat expectations.
Direct the retail operations of the store within company guidelines
Establish department and store sales goals
Overall responsibility for store safety and security. Safeguarding both assets and consistently working toward and maintaining a safe environment for customers and employees
Oversee payroll to ensure store meets goals.
Report maintenance and safety issues as they arise.
Maintain an accurate inventory, with minimal shrink.
Hire and train employees to insure maximum efficiency and productivity in all departments
Train employees to develop and maximize their talents
Supervision of Assistant Store Manager(s) and Key Holder(s)
Supervise store team to insure optimum performance and customer service
Oversee scheduling of all departments and staff, promotions, transfers and terminations as needed
Oversee vacations, holiday and sick leave schedules
Resolve employee conflicts, report any harassment, EEO, or other discrimination issues to DM and HR immediately
Schedule and Conduct monthly store meetings
Complete annual performance reviews for store team in a timely and accurate manner
Work with Merchandising team regarding price and margin maintenance and current price inventory levels
Create in store traffic building campaigns
Adjust personnel and inventory as needed to prepare for advertising and promotional campaigns
Oversee inventory shipment and receiving
Supervise merchandise displays for maximum sales efficiency
Maintain store appearance and equipment to insure maximum sales efficiency
Oversee all daily and weekly company checklists (daily opening and closing, game changers, weekly safety checklists, and forklift safety checklists) to ensure they are completed.
Maintain good contact with suppliers as needed
Resolve customer claims and complaints in a manner that is timely, courteous and discreet
Authorize refunds in a manner that is consistent with company policy
Work with the processing of weekly hot sheets and price adjustments ensuring store bin tagging completed in a timely manner
Attend management and training meeting and conventions as needed
Participate in local civic affairs
Delegate maintenance of defective merchandise claims
Maintain safe opening and closing procedures
Other responsibilities as assigned by District Manager.
High school diploma. Manager experience required.
