Job Information
SAS Shoemakers Retail Store Manager in Knoxville, TN in Knoxville, Tennessee
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 up to 5 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.
Some travel is expected so must be able to travel if and when it's needed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
