Retail Store Manager in Austin, TX - SAS Shoemakers

We are looking for a Retail Store Manager for our store in The Arboretum Shopping Center in Austin, TX


Company Profile


San Antonio Shoemakers (SAS), a San Antonio, Texas based privately held company, has been in business for over 40 years and has developed a reputation as a premier American manufacturer of high quality comfort footwear.


Position


SAS has an opening for a Retail Store Manager


Job Responsibilities



+ Responsible for executing day-to-day store operations through application of SAS philosophy and standards of customer service, cleanliness and caring.


+ Provide customer satisfaction in all areas of sales and service.


+ Direct and manage employees and promote a positive team spirit and motivate employees to reach goals.


+ Lead, coach, and direct employees to ensure optimal store performance to company standards and philosophy.


+ Set expectations and communicate regularly.


+ Conduct regular store meetings.


+ Evaluate in written and verbal formats through performance development plan (PDA).


+ Hold associates accountable for positions duties, training and development.


+ Responsible for store operational and maintenance requirements.


+ Accountable for all inventories, finances and other assets within the store. Must comply with purchasing policies and control expenditures.


+ Ensure policies and procedures are communicated and followed.


+ Work with District Manager (DM) to set goals and administer a plan to increase store volume.


+ Maintain and make suggestions of adjustments to inventory levels.


+ Responsible to work our Grass Roots marketing programs to promote the store within its market.


+ Interview and hire sales associates with the help of DM and/or Human Resources representatives.


+ Maintain a positive attitude in all dealings with store associates, other company employees and all visitors, vendors and customers of the store.


+ Exercise confidentiality.



Job Qualifications



+ Exceptional written verbal and interpersonal communications skills.


+ Organized and able to handle the pressure of deadlines professionally.


+ Skilled at identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner.


+ Able to work independently with timely follow through.


+ Passion, integrity and energy to achieve greatness for SAS and the team.


+ Self-starter that desires to take initiative.


+ Respectful and caring to co-workers.


+ Accountable for actions.


+ Excellent attendance.


+ Be a team player that can work well with others.


+ Promote a positive team spirit and motivate employees to reach goals.




+ Must obtain a valid driver’s license.



Physical Requirements



+ Able to lift 50 lbs., sometimes with help.


+ Standing for long periods of time, frequent bending to tie and fit shoes, climbing and moving.




+ Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as viewing a computer, visual inspection, and prepare and analyze projects.


+ Able to frequently communicate with the customers and coworkers.


+ Some travel is expected so must be able to travel if and when it's needed.


+ Able to operate a vehicle.



Education & Experience Requirements



+ Some college education is preferred.


+ 1-2 years' experience in retail management.


+ Experience in handling intricate employee relation a plus.



Hours



+ Able to work day and night hours including weekends.


+ Work 40 hours a week or more as business needs dictate





I have read and understand the duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position and acknowledge that I can perform the essential functions of the job with or without an accommodation. I also understand that this is a summary of this position's duties and other responsibilities may be assigned as the company deems necessary.


SAS is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to-race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientations, national origins, disability status, age, marital status or protected veteran class. No phone calls or agencies please.