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Description
Ashley Furniture is a privately held company with over 75 years in business. We wouldn’t be the World’s Largest Furniture Manufacturer without those that make us One Ashley. When you join the Ashley Furniture team you are joining the history and the future of furniture
Position Summary:
The Store Manager is a role model for building and maintaining the guest relationships that are the foundation of the Company’s retail sales success. This position will develop and lead retail store associates and other store employees in the implementation of the Company’s sales approach, perform store operations functions such as opening and closing the store and maintain compliance with the Company’s policies and operating procedures to ensure the delivery of an exceptional in-store experience for every guest that results in increased store sales, profitability and customer loyalty.
The Store Manager is accountable for meeting and exceeding store customer satisfaction and sales targets which include sales per guest (SPG), Gross Margin Return, (Digital) Net Promoter Score ((D)NPS) and other key performance metrics.
Lead the store in meeting and exceeding sales goals, Sales Per Guest (SPG), (Digital) Net Promoter Score ((D)NPS) and other key performance metrics. Optimize guest conversion and sales tickets by ensuring the deployment of the Company’s sales approach.
Annual Salary: $72,500, plus Incentive
Primary Job Functions
Maintain a visible presence on the sales floor, role-modeling the selling process, personally interacting with guests and being in a position to positively impact the sales process and ensure the Company’s brand is properly represented. Resolve guest issues in a professional, helpful manner that strikes the proper balance between guest satisfaction and financial responsibility to the company.
Engage all employees to ensure all aspects of the store are focused on a positive guest experience, including visual, sales, service and delivery.
Develop and implement sales plans to create and maintain a culture of accountability and to ensure a continued focus on sales performance and other goal attainment.
Use staffing-to-traffic methodologies to properly staff and manage the sales floor; prioritize daily responsibilities and tasks.
Ensure compliance with store operating policies and procedures including advertising and promotions, merchandise layouts, pricing, beginning and end-of-day, store appearance, human resources, health and safety, etc. Maintain operational standards and office administrative routines and processes.
Analyze daily operational and financial reports to determine the store’s results and performance trends and take prompt corrective action to remedy significant variance.
Create an engaging, positive working environment and strong selling culture; recognize and reward top performers.
Participate in velocity walks to assess and respond to category sales performance.
Monitor, manage and approve controllable expenses such as utilities, maintenance, shrinkages and cash overage/shortage.
Maintain high levels of knowledge an all Company products, promotions and store procedures.
Make employment decisions and/or recommendations on hiring, improvement plans, transfers, promotions, corrective actions, terminations, pay adjustments, etc.
Coordinate and manage the work of employees by directing members of the team to meet the area’s goals. Audit regularly to ensure standard operating procedures are being adhered to.
Manage employee performance and assist employees in making improvements to their performance through coaching, mentoring and administering performance reviews. Recommend, plan and/or implement employee training and skill development activities.
Audit, maintain and ensure employee time-keeping and absentee records are accurate.
Communicate company and departmental issues and goals and facilitate employee growth and development through weekly team meetings, regular individual employee meetings, coaching, training, and company-offered learning opportunities.
Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.
Requirements & Qualifications:
Legally authorized to work in the US
At least 18 years old
Associate degree in business administration or related field or equivalent work experience
5 years’ of retail management, sales and/or management experience
Ability to regularly lift over 25 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to transport loads of 40 IBS with or without reasonable accommodation
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and Holidays
Demonstrate Ashley’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.
Maintain reliable attendance
Thrive in a team environment
Who Are We?
Ashley is the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world and has been named one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes. We are on the cutting edge of innovation with a laser focus on technology. We invest in automation initiatives creating industry-leading, high-speed automated equipment and manufacturing systems.
“Since 1945, our teamwork, systems, and desire to continuously improve demonstrate a company whose passion is put into every action. Ashley’s vision is “We want to be the best home furnishings company”. We strive for nothing less than earning the loyalty and trust of our employees and customers every day.” -Todd Wanek, President, and CEO
One Ashley Core Values
Honesty & Integrity
Passion, Drive, Discipline
Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
Dirty Fingernail
Growth Focused
Ashley Furniture is known for having a “Growth Mindset”, and it is our mission to help those around us continue to grow. We implement continuous improvement learning programs for those within our organization and outside of our organization.
We support community development by honoring our military, and first response teams, and investing in medical research. We strive to be an industry leader in waste reduction by increasing recycling and upcycling in our manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and retail spaces.
Learn more about our efforts below
Programs we Support:
Soldiers Walk Memorial Park
Operation Shut Eye
Aiding First Responders
City of Hope
Heartworks
Hope to Dream
Ashley’s Angels
Crisis Response
Scholarship Programs and Tuition Reimbursement
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates, only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Principals only.
