Store Manager

val's services; Hanson (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

val's services is seeking a store operations leader to manage staffing, training, inventory, merchandising, and customer service in a retail environment. You will ensure proper opening and closing, monitor sales and expenses, and maintain a safe, organized store.

The role emphasizes recruiting, coaching, safety, and policy adherence to deliver a top customer experience. Physical requirements include standing and lifting as needed.

Qualifications

• Must interpret manuals, safety rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of cash handling, inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience in recruiting, interviewing and employee counseling with legal compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, select, train and evaluate employees, ensuring proper staffing and compliance with labor laws.
• Communicate performance, conduct, safety expectations; conduct meetings to promote safety and policies.
• Analyze operating statements to identify trends and control expenses.
• Manage inventory levels through ordering, cycle counts and merchandise presentation.
• Maintain store security, cash handling accuracy, and adherence to company policies.
• Provide excellent customer service and ensure a clean, safe shopping environment.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Staffing & scheduling

Training & development

Inventory management

Merchandising

Customer service

Communication & interpersonal

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Role Overview

Responsible for managing store operations, including staffing, training, inventory, merchandising, and customer service. Ensures effective opening and closing, monitors sales and expenses, and maintains a safe, organized environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, select, train, and evaluate employees, ensuring proper staffing and compliance with labor laws.
• Communicate performance, conduct, safety expectations; conduct meetings to promote safety and policies.
• Analyze operating statements to identify trends and control expenses.
• Manage inventory levels through ordering, cycle counts, and merchandise presentation.
• Maintain store security, cash handling accuracy, and adherence to company policies.
• Provide excellent customer service and ensure a clean, safe shopping environment.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and timely.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to interpret manuals, safety rules, and procedures; perform basic math.
• Knowledge of cash handling, inventory management, and merchandising practices.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience in recruiting, interviewing, and employee counseling with legal compliance knowledge.
• Preferred high school diploma or equivalent; management experience in retail is a plus.
• Physical ability to stand, lift up to 40-55 pounds, and perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, and climbing.

Core Competencies

Leadership, collaboration, customer focus, problem-solving, and staff development.