Retail Manager/Buyer

Do you have a passion for boutique retail? Do you have an eye for merchandising and ordering exceptional products? Mountain Lake Lodge is seeking a dedicated and experienced Retail Buyer & Merchandising Manager for both our Outfitters, and Kellermans Gift Shop, and Salt Pond Living.

Mountain Lake Outfitters and Kellerman’s Gift Shops provide guests with a unique shopping experience. Outfitters is a great starting point for guests to begin their outdoor adventures. They stop to book any recreational activities such as Fly Fishing, Nature Excursions, Bubble Ball, and Archery Tag. The Outfitters Gift Shop sells snacks, drinks, trail maps, souvenirs, and branded apparel. The Kellerman’s Gift Shop, a new addition to the property, sells official Dirty Dancing merchandise, and Salt Pond Living offers unique gifts from local artisans.

The Retail Buyer & Merchandising Manager will work closely with the VP of Operations on merchandising of the store and inventory levels. This is both and administrative role as well as an active role “on the selling floor”. The right candidate will love working with people, being outdoors, and have a positive attitude. We are looking for someone with a high-level of energy and can get tasks done in a timely manner. This person should be self-motivated and require minimal supervision.

This is a full-time, year-round position with full benefits.

Responsibilities

· Plan, select, and purchase goods and merchandise that are sold in both the Outfitters Gift Shop and Kellermans/Salt Pond Living Gift Shop.

-Plan artisan demos and tastings on the weekend in Salt Pond Living

· Monitor inventory levels; analyze sales data for timely reordering.

· Create and maintain positive professional relationships with vendors.

· Order and reorder products, determine markup, and negotiate terms. Keep accurate and complete paperwork on file for all PO’s and correspondence with vendors.

· Oversee daily operations of the giftshops to ensure proper merchandising, stocking, and overall cleanliness.

· Manage and train retail shop employees.

· Attend tradeshows to source new vendors and product.

· Entering barcodes into the POS system.

Qualifications

· Previous retail management experience required.

· Experience using computer software such as Micros.

· Experience ordering merchandise, inventory management, and the use of a POS system.

· Experience providing superior customer service and the ability to problem solve with ease.

· Experience managing, supervising, and directing staff members.

· Experience planning and executing a successful pop-up shop event.

· Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and evenings.

· Must be detailed oriented and extremely organized.

Why choose Mountain Lake? Not only is Mountain Lake a beautiful place to work, but we also offer a variety of benefits to our employees. We offer a fun and friendly work environment. Here are just a few of the amazing benefits our employees enjoy:

· Free recreation for you and a guest to all activities based on availability.

· Recruiting bonuses for current employees

· Weekly Pay

· Discounts on retail and lodging

· Free telehealth for you and your family (doctor visits via phone/zoom call)

· Flexible Schedules

· Heavily discounted meal program

· Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance

· Short Term and Long-Term Disability

· Dental Insurance

· 401K with an employer match up to 50%

· Life Insurance

· Sick, Holiday, and Vacation pay

Come see for yourself! Apply today to work for one of the most beautiful places in Southwest Virginia!

**Mountain Lake Lodge is a drug free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Ability to Commute:

• Pembroke, VA 24136 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pembroke, VA 24136: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person