General Manager

ZippyApp - Recruitment Marketing; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health & retirement benefits

Discounts

Job summary

Buddy’s Home Furnishings is seeking a General Manager for our Pittsburgh location. This role involves overseeing branch activities, ensuring profitable operations while managing staff and maintaining high customer service standards. You must have a degree and at least two years of retail experience.

Benefits include a competitive salary of $55,000 to $65,000 per year, along with health benefits, paid time off, and more. The position requires lifting and physical movement, so candidates must be capable of handling the demands of the job.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience in retail.
• Must be over the age of 21 to drive for work.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with lifting and moving merchandise.

Responsibilities

• Lead branch operations and ensure profitability.
• Manage inventory, sales, and marketing programs.
• Recruit, hire, and train staff.

Skills

Customer service

Account management

Merchandising

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Job description

Buddy’s Home Furnishings is the third‑largest Rent‑To‑Own (RTO) retail provider of furniture, appliances, electronics, and computers in the United States. Over the past five years, we have expanded aggressively, adding new company‑owned and franchised stores nationwide. Come join our growing team!

Benefits

• Salary: $55,000 to $65,000 per year plus monthly bonus potential
• Paid time off
• Closed on Sundays
• Discounts
• Health & retirement benefits (vary depending on location)

General Manager Role Summary

The General Manager is the leader of the individual branch location. The General Manager performs a wide variety of job functions, directing and coordinating store activities to ensure safe, professional, and profitable operations. The General Manager is accountable for meeting company objectives and adhering to company policies. This is an in‑person job and only available physically at the specified location. You must be over the age of 21 to be considered for this position.

Principal Responsibilities

• Acquire and maintain customers
• Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local statutes
• Implement sales and marketing programs
• Decipher, prepare and review financial statements and store reports
• Ensure adequate availability of merchandise at all times
• Fill out paperwork for submission to corporate support
• Follow monthly marketing plans
• Maintain company vehicles within safe operating standards
• Manage inventory and cash assets
• Meet company standards for quality, customer service and safety
• Meet and exceed target sales and revenue goals
• Implement marketing and growth plans
• Prepare daily work schedules, assign tasks, evaluate employee performance; discipline, enforce company policy and terminate when appropriate
• Provide a safe, clean environment for customers and associates
• Recruit, hire, and train to ensure efficient operations
• Set goals and conduct weekly staff meetings
• Train and develop associates

Requirements/Responsibilities

General Manager Requirements

• Any combination of education and experience providing the necessary skills and knowledge are acceptable. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree with coursework in business, accounting, marketing or management
• Two years’ experience in retail or other business emphasizing customer service, account management or merchandising
• Must be over the age of 21 to drive a vehicle for work (insurance requirement)

Physical Requirements

• Routine lifting, loading, and moving of merchandise (50-300 pounds) using a dolly
• Stooping, bending, pulling, reaching, and grabbing
• Ability to traverse multiple flights of stairs while carrying furniture, appliances, and electronics
• Prolonged periods of driving and standing
• Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor climates and weather conditions

Buddy’s Home Furnishings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace. A detailed background check, including driving history and drug screening, is required.