Campus Store GM: Strategic Leader & Growth Driver

Barnes & Noble Education, Inc.; Troy (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Employee discounts

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Barnes & Noble College seeks a General Manager to lead a high-volume campus store or multi-store operation. You will guide strategic leadership across financial performance, operations, merchandising, talent development, and campus partnerships, driving sustainable business results.

You will develop leaders, build relationships across the campus community, and create an engaging retail environment that supports the campus experience while delivering growth and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive retail leadership experience.
• Proven ability to develop high-performing leaders.
• Strong business acumen with experience managing sales, payroll, expenses, inventory, and financial performance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and retail business systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-volume campus store or multiple locations, driving financial performance and customer experience.
• Develop and execute business strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Build and maintain relationships with campus leadership, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and partners.
• Recruit, develop, coach, and retain high-performing managers and store teams.
• Analyze financial performance, sales trends, labor, inventory, and operations metrics to drive improvements.
• Ensure merchandising standards, inventory control, and exceptional customer service.
• Foster accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards, and employment laws.

Skills

Retail leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

People development

Communication

Data analysis

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Retail systems

Job description

Barnes & Noble College seeks a General Manager to lead a high-volume campus store or multi-store operation. You will guide strategic leadership across financial performance, operations, merchandising, talent development, and campus partnerships, driving sustainable business results.

You will develop leaders, build relationships across the campus community, and create an engaging retail environment that supports the campus experience while delivering growth and exceptional service.