Bookstore Manager

Spirit Rock Meditation Center; California; On-site; USD 41,328 - 44,083; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision

Participation in 403b retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Retreat time accrual

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

An established meditation center in California is looking for a Bookstore Manager. This role involves overseeing bookstore operations, managing staff and volunteers, maintaining inventory, and implementing procedures. Strong knowledge of bookstore principles and a passion for Buddhism are essential. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and experience in inventory management. The position requires approximately 30 hours per week and offers competitive compensation along with benefits, including medical and retirement plan participation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cashiering, budgeting, and management principles.
• Ability to maintain stock and inventory efficiently.
• Friendly and approachable with a customer service background.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of the bookstore and maintain inventory.
• Train and supervise bookstore volunteers and part-time staff.
• Implement operating procedures and manage the annual budget.

Skills

Knowledge of bookstore retail principles

Knowledge and interest in Buddhism

Skills in display and decoration

Strong communication skills

Experience in managing staff

Ability to work with diverse groups

Organizational skills

Tools

POS systems

Digital inventory systems

Job description

Spirit Rock is seeking a Bookstore Manager for approximately 30 hours per week. The Bookstore Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the operation of the bookstore which sells books, gifts and tools used for meditation practice. The bookstore is open seven-days per week from 10am-2pm plus additional evening and weekend hours depending on Spirit Rock’s program calendar.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ordering books, gift items, and supplies, and maintaining stock and inventory
• Using and maintaining our existing inventory and POS systems to sell and track inventory
• Developing and implementing operating procedures as well as recommending appropriate, related policies
• Staffing the bookstore directly as well as training and supervising bookstore volunteers and extra-hires to staff the bookstore during ongoing hours of operation
• Preparing and managing the yearly bookstore budget
• Interfacing with Accounting to maintain accounting records of spending, receipts of inventory, and customer payments
• Oversees charging of payments and transfer of cash receipts to accounting
• Coordinating with retreat teachers for special book requests, book signings, and other teacher preferences
• Resolving customer issues associated with merchandise and purchases
• Continue ongoing relationship with American Booksellers Association (ABA) which allows Spirit Rock’s online bookstore platform
• Maintain book lists on the Spirit Rock online bookstore
• Maintain the overall cleanliness and beauty of bookstore displays

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

• Knowledge of bookstore retail operating principles, cashiering, budgeting, management principles, digital inventory, POS systems and accounting
• Knowledge and interest in Buddhism and Spirit Rock Teachers with specific interest in teachings in the Theravada tradition
• Knowledge and interest in understanding new publications and gift ideas; a creative ability to keep the inventory fresh and move old inventory out
• Knowledge and interest in Diversity Equity and Inclusion issues especially how they relate to Dharma books and programs
• Skills in display and decoration to ensure both an organized and beautiful shop
• Strong communication and follow-up skills in working with teachers and staff in planning book needs
• Experience in managing other part-time staff and/or volunteers
• Well-organized, friendly and approachable with a background in customer service
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Strong skills in writing reports and correspondence
• Ability to perform consistently, even under pressure

Working Conditions

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Employment Status: .8 FTE (30 hours/week), non-exempt

Schedule: Varies; fully onsite; evening and weekend hours required

Compensation: $30 - $32/hr

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
• Participation in 403b retirement plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Retreat time accrual
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Spirit Rock is an equal opportunity employer, and we place a high value on workforce diversity; qualified candidates who self-identify as a Person of Color and/or are part of the LGBTQIA+ community are encouraged to apply.

Please note, our organization is unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.