Bookstore Manager

Ranken Technical College; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life/AD&D Insurance

Pension Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

Ranken Technical College in St. Louis seeks a Dean of Academic Affairs to oversee the College bookstore operations, including purchasing, merchandising, and inventory control. You will work with department chairs to secure adoptions, manage pricing and layout, and supervise staff to ensure top-notch customer service.

The role requires 3–5 years in retail management, buying/inventory experience, and MS Office proficiency. Some evenings or weekends may be needed during busy periods.

Qualifications

• College degree required.
• 3–5 years retail management experience including buying/inventory control.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of the College bookstore.
• Oversee purchasing, merchandising, and sales of textbooks and supplies.
• Coordinate with departments to collect adoptions and ensure materials are available before classes begin.
• Set inventory levels and pricing; establish store layout and display.
• Schedule staff to meet customer needs and maintain excellent service.

Skills

retail management

buying experience

inventory control

supervisory experience

MS Office

Education

College degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

College Overview:

Ranken Technical College has been helping students experience success for over 100 years. Ranken is more than a college; it is an experience that provides students with the knowledge and training necessary to launch and maintain successful careers in fields such as automotive, construction, electrical, information technology and manufacturing. Ranken's modern facilities, state-of-the-art shop equipment and abundant resources provide an excellent environment for comprehensive technical education. The College's three-pronged approach to teaching - hands-on technical experience, general education and professionalism - gives our students the competitive edge, proven by our 96 percent job placement rate within six months of graduation.

Purpose of the Role and Scope of Responsibilit y:

Reporting to the Controller, manages the daily operation of the College bookstore.

Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

Purchases, merchandises, and sells all textbooks, student tools, office supplies, and memorabilia sold in the College bookstore.

Works with department chairs and faculty each term to collect textbook and tool kit adoptions and ensures materials are available before classes begin.

Sets initial order quantities based on projected enrollment and historical sell-through. Reassesses inventory once actual enrollment is confirmed, retrieving surplus items from campus locations as needed. Determines whether to hold surplus items in inventory, discount them for sale, or return them to the vendor within return deadlines.

Establishes inventory control procedures and maintains sufficient levels of inventory.

Sets pricing and monitors sales, making adjustments where necessary.

Determines appropriate layout of store and merchandise in an attractive, neat, and orderly fashion.

Coordinates shipping, receiving, and stocking of merchandise, including distribution to satellite locations, and resolves order discrepancies with vendors.

Oversees print orders and requests special orders.

Audits and processes invoices taking appropriate discounts.

Sets opening and closing hours and develops procedures for opening and closing the store and register.

Supervises and schedules staff to meet customer needs.

Ensures friendly and efficient customer service.

Minimum Qualifications:

College degree.

Three to five years of retail management experience to include three years of buying experience and inventory control.

Bookstore background and educational setting preferred.

Knowledge of tools and their usage is helpful.

Supervisory experience.

Computer literate in MS Office.

Job requires the ability to stand for long periods and perform heavy lifting.

Some extra hours will be required at the start of each semester.

Note: Occasional evening and/or weekend hours will be required to participate in College functions.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Pet Insurance

Company paid Life/AD&D and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account Available

Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,000 per year (Eligible after one year)

403(b) retirement savings plan with matching contributions (Eligible on day one)

Pension Plan (Eligible after 5 years of service)

PTO: 20 days accrued in first year

Holidays: 10 paid plus a paid Winter Break (Christmas through New Years Day)

Employee Assistance Program (Free Counseling)

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Position Dean of Academic Affairs

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Req Number MAN-26-00001

Open Date 10/7/2026

Location St. Louis

This position is currently accepting applications.