General Manager

1915 South / Ashley; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

1915 South is seeking a General Manager to own the store’s people, sales performance, operations, and guest experience. You will be accountable for hitting budget, developing leaders, and delivering a guest-centric experience.

This is a full-time, on-site leadership role overseeing multi-store operations in the southeast region. The position emphasizes sales leadership, inventory control, scheduling, coaching, and KPI-driven management, with a strong focus on customer service and a culture of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of retail leadership experience in high-volume or furniture retail environments required.
• College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sales Leadership & Floor Execution (Including Ups Management).
• Customer Experience & Guest Support.
• Inventory Management, Promotion Control, & Cash Handling.
• Facilities & Building Oversight.
• Culture Management & Communication (Including Huddle Leadership).
• Store Operations & Standards.
• Talent Development & Coaching.
• Scheduling & Team Management (Including Conflict Management).
• Training & Performance Management.
• KPI Reporting & Management Meetings.

Skills

Retail Leadership

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

College Degree

Job description

Join our winning team, 1915 South, as a General Manager. 1915 South owns and operates 30 Ashley stores and 3 distribution centers across the southeast, including locations in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Virginia. Our company is focused on employee growth and development, providing exceptional customer service and being passionate about what we do!

Position Summary

The General Manager owns the entire store- people, sales performance, operations, and guest experience. This role is accountable for hitting budget, developing leaders, and ensures value is driven through a guest-centric experience.

Job Duties

• Sales Leadership & Floor Execution (Including Ups Management)
• Customer Experience & Guest Support
• Inventory Management, Promotion Control, & Cash Handling
• Facilities & Building Oversight
• Culture Management & Communication (Including Huddle Leadership)
• Store Operations & Standards
• Talent Development & Coaching
• Scheduling & Team Management (Including Conflict Management)
• Training & Performance Management
• KPI Reporting & Management Meetings

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, required. College degree, preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years of retail leadership experience in high-volume or furniture retail environment, required.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Physical Demands: Standing/walking for extended periods; occasional lifting.
• Work Environment: Retail Sales Floor
• Schedule: Weekdays, Weekends, and Holidays, as required.

Why 1915 South?

• Compensation: Competitive commission-based pay with performance bonuses
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation and sick leave
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Tuition Assistance: College tuition support through Thomas University
• Employee Discounts: Generous employee discounts on furniture
• Career Development: Long-term career advancement opportunities with a strong promote-from-within culture. Many of our leaders at 1915 South began their careers here- when you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're building a future!