General Manager

Aaron’s, Inc.; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aaron's, Inc. is seeking a General Manager for its Peterborough store. Responsible for driving overall store P&L, managing operations, and leading the team, the successful candidate will thrive in a supportive environment with ongoing training and development opportunities. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential in ensuring a customer-focused atmosphere that maintains high service standards.

Benefits

Paid time off including vacation days, sick days and holidays

Career training and advancement opportunities

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven demonstration of strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• High level of energy and effective organizational skills.
• History of demonstrated selling skills and safe driving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage store operations to achieve growth and profit goals.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop store associates.
• Ensure execution of all customer service programs and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Selling Skills

Job description

C6036 - Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 3:59 AM

We are Aaron’s - an industry leader in the sales and lease-to-own retail industry known for quality brand names and superior customer service. We provide our team members the opportunity to reach their full potential in a team-oriented, high-energy, recognition-based environment with competitive pay and benefits. This is much more than a job – it is a career with purpose.

At Aaron's, the difference is personal. A handshake, a smile, a warm welcome brings our customers one step closer to achieving their dream of ownership. As a General Manager, you will be responsible for driving and managing the overall P&L of the store. General Manager candidates must be successful in various facets of store management including asset management, customer growth and maintenance, revenue production, associate development and inventory control. Strong leadership skills combined with the ability to motivate and lead store associates are critical to success as an Aaron's Store General Manager. Aaron's offers a supportive environment including ongoing training, professional development, as well as competitive bonus opportunities. Come see why the difference is personal at Aaron's, connect with us today!

Job Duties

Store Operations

• Manage the store to achieve planned growth and profit goals
• Accurately report financial measures and transactions
• Manage inventory supply to ensure adequate availability of merchandise at all times
• Ensure that Quality Control Calls are completed on all new lease agreements within 1 business day of delivery
• Ensure the protection of store assets and reconcile inventories weekly
• Ensure that all company vehicles are maintained within safe operating standards • Ensure accurate and timely bank deposits • Ensure all returned merchandise is certified, reclassified and priced. Manage Associates
• Recruit, hire, train and develop the best team of associates for your store to ensure efficient and successful operations
• Schedule associate coverage to ensure published hours of store operations are met Customer Care and Service
• Close all lease agreements with a mind towards customer service, establishing a long-term relationship, and safeguarding company assets
• Personal responsibility for management of all renewal activity
• Personally authorize all returns with a focus on customer relationship and ownership
• Ensure execution of all customer service programs, company guidelines and policies Job Requirements
• Proven demonstration of strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of energy
• Maintain professional appearance
• A history of demonstrated selling skills
• Effective organizational skills
• Safe driving Skills and the ability to legally operate the Company Truck

At Aaron's, the difference is personal. A handshake, a smile, a warm welcome brings our customers one step closer to achieving their dream of ownership. As a General Manager, you will be responsible for driving and managing the overall P&L of the store. General Manager candidates must be successful in various facets of store management including asset management, customer growth and maintenance, revenue production, associate development and inventory control. Strong leadership skills combined with the ability to motivate and lead store associates are critical to success as an Aaron's Store General Manager. Aaron's offers a supportive environment including ongoing training, professional development, as well as competitive bonus opportunities. Come see why the difference is personal at Aaron's, connect with us today!

Job Duties

Store Operations

• Manage the store to achieve planned growth and profit goals
• Accurately report financial measures and transactions
• Manage inventory supply to ensure adequate availability of merchandise at all times
• Ensure that Quality Control Calls are completed on all new lease agreements within 1 business day of delivery
• Ensure the protection of store assets and reconcile inventories weekly
• Ensure that all company vehicles are maintained within safe operating standards • Ensure accurate and timely bank deposits • Ensure all returned merchandise is certified, reclassified and priced. Manage Associates
• Recruit, hire, train and develop the best team of associates for your store to ensure efficient and successful operations
• Schedule associate coverage to ensure published hours of store operations are met Customer Care and Service
• Close all lease agreements with a mind towards customer service, establishing a long-term relationship, and safeguarding company assets
• Personal responsibility for management of all renewal activity
• Personally authorize all returns with a focus on customer relationship and ownership
• Ensure execution of all customer service programs, company guidelines and policies Job Requirements
• Proven demonstration of strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of energy
• Maintain professional appearance
• A history of demonstrated selling skills
• Effective organizational skills
• Proven managerial skills
• Safe driving Skills and the ability to legally operate the Company Truck

All General Managers must have a satisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in states that require it, a valid Driver's License and comply with the Aaron's Driver Qualification Policy.

Total Rewards
Team members enjoy access to career training and advancement opportunities, and are rewarded with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Paid time off including vacation days, sick days and holidays

Note that the pay range provided above is the lowest to highest rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

About Aaron’s
At Aaron’s we offer sales and lease-to-ownership of specialty items including furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances, and accessories throughout Canada and the United States. Our customers shop at Aaron’s for the same reason you should choose us for the next step in your career – our ability to positively influence people’s lives. If you are looking for a company with the passion and dedication to make a difference in the lives of customers and team members alike, join us today.

Aaron’s is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where team members’ differences are celebrated. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding), sexual orientation or any other ground protected under applicable human rights legislation. Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact [e-mail] .
Aaron’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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C6036 - Peterborough, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada