General Manager - Retail

Ashley | The Wellsville Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, PTO

401(k) with match

Employee discounts on home furnishings

Growth potential within the company

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a General Manager for their Cleveland showroom. This role involves driving sales, leading a team of consultants, and creating a vibrant customer experience. Candidates should have retail leadership experience, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to motivate teams. The position offers a base salary of $65,000–$70,000 and an annual performance bonus of $23,000–$40,000. Join a team dedicated to leadership development and excellence in retail.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Experience in coaching and developing retail teams.
• Ability to lead teamwork and meetings effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drive top-line performance and operational excellence.
• Build engaged, high-performing teams through coaching.
• Create clarity around expectations and accountability.

Skills

Retail leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Ability to drive results through people

Organizational and time-management skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At The Wellsville Group, we believe great stores are built by great leaders. As a General Manager in our Cleveland market, you are the heartbeat of your showroom—setting the tone, driving performance, and creating an environment where both guests and team members thrive.

This role is ideal for a leader who loves being on the sales floor, developing people, and building a high-performance culture rooted in accountability, trust, and fun. You’ll oversee one of our Ashley showrooms in the Cleveland area, leading a team of Home Furnishing Consultants and store leadership to deliver strong sales results and a true 5-star customer experience.

Who We’re Looking For

• Thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and leads from the front
• Builds engaged, high-performing teams through hiring, coaching, and development
• Is energized by being present on the sales floor and influencing the customer experience in real time
• Creates clarity around expectations, performance, and company initiatives
• Holds themselves and others accountable while fostering a positive, supportive culture

You understand that results come from people—and you’re passionate about helping others grow, succeed, and perform at a high level.

Why This Role Matters

• Driving top-line performance and operational excellence
• Developing future leaders and building a strong succession bench
• Reinforcing company values, strategies, and standards
• Creating a workplace where people feel supported, challenged, and proud to belong

Your presence on the sales floor, commitment to coaching, and ability to read and react to business trends are what separate good stores from great ones.

What You Bring

• Retail leadership experience required; General Manager experience strongly preferred
• Proven ability to drive results through people, coaching, and accountability
• Strong communication skills and comfort leading teams and meetings
• Ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Solid organizational and time-management skills
• Comfort using Microsoft Office and modern collaboration tools
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Previous store-level retail leadership experience required

Why It’s Worth It:

• Pay That Delivers: This position offers a base salary of $65,000–$70,000 with a significant performance-based bonus opportunity of $23,000–$40,000 annually. Our compensation structure is designed to reward leaders who drive results, build strong teams, and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Solid Benefits: Health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) with match
• Employee Perks: Killer discounts on our home furnishings
• Growth Potential: We promote from within—your next step is here
• Team Support: Work with pros who’ve got your back

Why Join The Wellsville Group?

We’re committed to developing leaders, promoting from within, and creating a culture where accountability and care go hand in hand. If you’re a driven retail leader ready to make a meaningful impact in the Cleveland market and lead a team to success—we’d love to connect.

Compensation details: 65000-110000 Yearly Salary