Store Manager at Bradley Airport

Job Summary

The Store Manager is required to oversee an assigned store ensuring stores are operating in accordance with company and property standards day to day.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Free Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with company match
• Employee Discount
• Pay Starting at $

Job Responsibilities

· Serve as an appropriate role model to all sales staff through: Effective sales techniques, positive communication, demonstrating flexibility and initiative, etc.

· Open and close store.

· Store Manager will create an “Effective Sales Team” as evidenced by: motivated and knowledgeable sales staff, sales floor is adequately covered, etc.

· Performance management and coaching of departmental staff

· Oversee the operation of store and has clear business knowledge of profit, sales training, merchandise, inventory, expense control, HR management, operating cost, and shrinkage.

· Maintains well documented financial controls and accountability.

· Provides for direct and open communication to all staff and District Manager/Regional Manager

· Establish and maintain Guest Services through WE$ACT

· Establish and build relationships with respective properties.

· Communicates with manager/buyers regarding fit, popularity, etc., of merchandise

· Assists with inventory, checking in, and transfers of merchandise

· Must have complete knowledge of the store’s stock; stock varies by store location

· Other duties may be assigned

Job Requirements

Related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· 3 years of experience in a lead or management role in a fast-paced retail environment OR in retail training

· Ability to process information and merchandise through computer system and POS register system.

· Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the store.

· Ability to work varied hours/days to oversee store operations.

· Organized, detail oriented, and strong time management skills.

· Excellent communication and people skills

· Desire to work as a team with a results driven approach

· Proven communication skills * Ability to multi task and problem solve

· Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office (WORD, Excel. Power Point, Publisher).

· Satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing May be required depending upon location

· TAM Card may be required depending upon location

· Additional Security clearance may be required depending upon location

WHSmith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide. WHSmith North America, incorporating Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Company’s international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty retail stores located in airports and resorts across North America.

EEO/ADA/DFWP

WHSmith North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin/ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, military/veteran status, marital status, disability status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Ability to Commute:

• Windsor Locks, CT 06096 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000