Floating Store Manager I

Leonard Truck Outfitters; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Competitive benefits package

401K with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Leonard Buildings and Truck Accessories is seeking a Floating Store Manager based in the Charlotte, NC retail district with extensive travel to stores across the United States. You will drive revenue growth, oversee sales operations, manage store standards, and partner with marketing to maximize profitability.

The role requires 1 year of store manager or similar experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with POS/inventory software; a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma acceptable with related experience.
• 3+ years in sales, retail, or inventory management is required.
• Proven ability to lead without direct reports and travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Oversees sales operations in multiple stores within a designated area.
• Manages stores to ensure continuity of operations and customer service.
• Ensures stores are stocked and meet company standards.
• Analyzes sales data to identify growth opportunities.
• Controls expenses to meet financial objectives.
• Collaborates with marketing to boost sales.
• Establishes rapport with customers to understand service needs.
• Maintains clean, organized stores and adherence to policies.
• Handles customer complaints professionally.

Skills

Driver's License

Retail sales experience

Communication

POS & inventory software

Travel availability

Problem solving

Knowledge of local market

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or related field

3 years of experience in sales, retail, or inventory management

Job description

Established in the Blue Ridge foothills of North Carolina in 1963, Leonard Buildings and Truck Accessories is a manufacturer and distributor whose product lines include storage buildings, cargo and utility trailers, truck covers, truck and van accessories, carports, playhouses, chicken coops, and dog houses. We serve our residential, commercial, fleet, and government customers through our 150+ retail store locations in eighteen states, supported by our corporate offices (in Mount Airy, NC, and Cobden, IL), distribution centers, and strategically located manufacturing facilities.

Job Summary:

The Floating Store Manager is based in the Charlotte, NC retail district, with operations in the U.S., and has overall responsibility for driving revenue growth and overseeing the sales operations of multiple stores within a designated area by traveling to various store locations to ensure the assigned store location operates to company standards when the store manager position is vacant. This position reports directly to the District Sales Manager and does not have direct reports.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversees sales operations in various stores within a designated area.
• Manages different stores in area as needed to ensure continuity of operations and customer service.
• Ensures assigned store location is stocked with inventory and meets company standards.
• Analyses sales data to identify opportunities for growth and increased profitability.
• Achieves financial objectives by effectively controlling expenses.
• Collaborates with the marketing team to develop strategies for boosting sales.
• Identifies current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers to understand service needs.
• Provides safe, clean, and well-organized stores.
• Maintains operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
• Handles customer complaints and issues in a professional manner.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies (skills, knowledge, and abilities):

• A valid Driver's License is required.
• Proven experience in a similar role in the retail sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using point of sales and inventory management software.
• Ability to travel to different store locations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions.
• Knowledge of the local market and customer preferences.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, orrelated field is preferred.
• 3years of experiencein sales, retail, or inventory management.

Travel:

This position requires approximately 90% travel within the United States to stores within the designated area.

What does Leonard Offer?

• Competitive salary compensation role
• Competitive benefits package
• 401K with a company match.
• Paid days off: holiday and vacation
• Continuous training and growth opportunities to build your career with Leonard.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to type on a keyboard.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position.
• Ability tolift upto 50 pounds.
• Ability to move easily around the store, including walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to handle and manipulate objects, use a computer, operate a cash register and other equipment.
• Ability to hear and talk.
• Requires close vision for computer work and reviewing correspondence.
• Work is performed in a controlled office, with noise levels within acceptable safety levels, paper dust, etc.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Company to administer employment based solely on an individual’s qualifications, ability, and performance without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Experience

Required

1 year:

Store Manager or Floating Store Manager Experience

1 year:

Automotive or Industry Related Sales Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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