What are the responsibilities and job description for the Footwear Department Manager position at Intermountain Farmers Association (IFA)?
INTERMOUNTAIN FARMERS ASSOCIATION, a regional agricultural cooperative, seeks qualified and experienced individuals to fill the position of FOOTWEAR DEPARTMENT MANAGER at the IFA Country Store in Ogden, Utah.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Grow department sales and margin.
- Track sales numbers and meet or exceed all goals.
- Provide excellent customer service to all IFA customers.
- Become familiar with and able to sell all products within the category.
- Work with and provide direction to personnel within the department.
- Attend company training seminars to gain product knowledge and department expertise.
- Provide product and department training to other IFA employees.
- Merchandise new and existing products to create a positive shopping experience.
- Keep up to date on all sales and clearance promotions.
- Maintain company department standards.
- Establish and maintain outside sales opportunities utilizing the IFA workwear program.
- Prepare and request return authorizations for defective merchandise.
- Be a team player and assist in all areas of the store.
QUALIFICATIONS: To be considered for this position, you'll need a high school diploma or GED, and retail sales and merchandising experience are required. Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and sales-minded. Familiarity with computer systems and programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Able to perform essential math functions, i.e., calculate discounts and percentages. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written and oral form. Able to perform various physical activities, including lifting and standing for long periods. Available to work anytime between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Weekends and holidays are expected.
IFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
