What are the responsibilities and job description for the District Manager position at Media News Group?
Summary:
The Lowell Sun is looking for a District Manager. As a District Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing multiple branches within your assigned district. Your main responsibilities will revolve around providing guidance, driving operational excellence, and achieving sales and revenue growth.
What you will do:
- Deliver down routes
- Support carriers on routes, assist in warehouse operations, and help single copy as needed
- Collect carrier bills if necessary
- Entering system corrections for carrier and customer information
- Follow-up with customers to ensure problem situations have been resolved
- Projecting a positive image in presentation of customer service
- Expand Circulation by getting more subs on routes using promotions, sample programs, and contests
What you will bring:
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Basic math and computer skills
- Outstanding accountability needed for problem solving
- Ability to work independently – with little supervision – but in a team environment
- Attention to detail and accuracy is mandatory
- Weekend hours required
- Able to be able to lift 50 lbs. at times
- Dependability is a must
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
Who we are:
The Sun, also known as The Lowell Sun, a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, is a daily newspaper serving the Greater Lowell area and beyond. With comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, and events, The Sun keeps residents informed and connected to their communities. While maintaining a strong commitment to print journalism, The Sun reaches a daily audience of 40,000 , making it a trusted source of news and information for generations of readers in the region.
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EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
How To Apply:
- Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MNG/job/Lowell-Massachusetts/District-Manager_R2417
Closing Date:
- Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
Conditions of Employment:
- A full pre-employment background check, drug screen, and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
- Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours
