Store Manager

The Pittsburgh Paints Company; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pittsburgh Paints Company is looking for a dedicated Store Manager in Elgin, IL. This role involves leading a team to achieve operational results and delivering exceptional customer service. As a Store Manager, you will focus on sales and profit management, maintaining service standards, and training associates.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least 1 year of retail experience. The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000, with required flexibility in working hours.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of retail store experience required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite and Internet applications required.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and hours, minimum 45 hours required per week.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales and profit plan by controlling expenses and inventory.
• Ensure customer service standards are maintained.
• Train, mentor, and motivate associates.

Skills

Retail store management

Customer service excellence

Inventory control

Leadership and mentoring

Knowledge of paint applications

Education

High School diploma or equivalent certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

As a Store Manager, you will empower your team to achieve outstanding operational results, while delivering outstanding customer service. Pittsburgh Paints Company is hiring a motivated Store Manager. You will report to the Operations Manager and work on-site 100% of the time in Elgin, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve sales and profit plan by controlling expenses, working capital, inventory, shrinkage, and growing net contribution.
• Focus on customer service by ensuring that high service standards are maintained.
• Resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.
• Maintain a high level of associate engagement through leadership by training, mentoring, motivating, and resolving associate issues.
• Maintain understanding of local market, operations‑based selling, and customer base.
• Ensure that the appearance of the store's exterior and interior, including merchandizing displays, are maintained to required standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent certification with 1+ years of retail store experience required.
• Knowledge of application and use of paint and sundries is favorable.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite and Internet applications required.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and hours, minimum 45 hours required per week; must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds infrequently and 40-60 pounds daily.
• Must consent to a background investigation, drug screen, and motor vehicle record check.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment‑based visa sponsorship (now or in the future). This includes H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visas.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000.

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