Retail Store Manager

The Retail Store Manager (and the store staff) work with property owners- residential & commercial, remodelers, contractors, builders, businesses, and others who are often both customers of and donors to Building Value. The Retail Store Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and profitability of the Building Value retail store, as well as maintaining an organized and well-merchandised store that provides customers with a pleasant shopping experience.

• Competitive salary 
• PTO and Extended Illness Time 
• Health Insurance options 
• 401 K Retirement Plan with a company match 
• Dental and Vision Insurance options 
• Disability Insurance options  
• Education and Professional Development Assistance 
• Free daily lunch (Kentucky campus) 
• Humana Employee Assistance Plan 
• 10 Paid holidays 
• Growth Opportunities 
• Public Service Loan Eligible Employer 

• Maintains a well-merchandised, clean, and profitable retail outlet 
• Regularly reviews sales results, expense management, and financials 
• Oversees all day-to-day operations of the Retail Store 
• Manages a staff of 3-5 FT/PT retail associates and donation, and delivery pick-up. Hires, trains, and supervises Retail Associates. 
• Manages the Donation pick-up and delivery schedule and driver 
• Maintains good relationships with customers, anticipating and meeting customer expectations 
• Establishes efficient work methods, processes, and policies 
• Manages the P.O.S. system and establishes the product/material pricing for salvaged and donated materials 
• Monitors inventory and inventory turnover rates 
• Responsible for assessing and managing the repairs of all donated mechanical equipment (e.g., major appliances, heating and air conditioning units, lawn and garden equipment). 
• Oversight of all the product set-up and staging. The Store sells and receives new & unique inventory every day, which requires daily movement and re-staging of material
• As a member of Building Value’s internal marketing committee to give feedback on the needs and direction of marketing efforts, website updates, and social media. Work with Digital Communication Manager Assists & Marketing Specialist to manage Building Value's social media presence 
• All other duties as assigned 

• An appropriate combination of education, training, and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field such as business management is preferred 
• At least 5 years’ experience in retail sales and/or building products, home improvement or hardware 
• Experience developing and maintaining effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, customers, and vendors; maintain and promote good public relations 
• Ability to exhibit flexibility in work schedule and enjoys variety in job tasks
• Comfortable working in a dynamic work/store environment and flexible in managing a constant change in material inventory. 
• Familiarity with computers and Point of Sale (P.O.S.) systems 
• Ability to tolerate a work environment consistent with material salvaging, deconstruction, and manufacturing, including dust, extreme heat and cold, and noise. Ability to stand, sit, reach, balance, kneel, and stoop, and frequently lift 50+ lbs. 
• Experience with using a variety of tools/equipment to move, stage, and fix/repair inventory as needed- is preferred