Store Manager - Building Materials

Carter Lumber; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

Short and long-term disability

Company-match 401(k)

Job summary

Carter Lumber is seeking a Store Manager to oversee all store operations in Shelby, OH, and develop strong relationships with contractors and DIY customers. The role follows directives from General and District Managers to drive foundation, inventory, sales and profitable outcomes.

The ideal candidate has extensive retail management experience in building materials, excels at leading teams, and can grow sales while ensuring adherence to company policies and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Previous retail management experience, preferably in the building materials industry.
• Previous experience managing outside sales programs
• Proven track record in sales management, primarily dealing with contractors
• Ability to direct and train others effectively as a team leader
• Demonstrated ability to increase sales and profitability
• Well developed problem solving abilities and strong conflict resolution skills
• 5-10 years of experience in building materials, store operations, and sales
• This position will be for our facility in Shelby, OH

Responsibilities

• Manages and implements the overall direction of the store.
• Responsible for properly delegating and overseeing all aspects of inventory management, safety requirements and policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicates sales and profit goals to ensure the support of the team.
• Responsible for setting the direction and managing areas of employment such as; hiring, communication, motivation, discipline, separation and other areas.
• Ensures goals are outlined for employees and are met.
• Manages the growth of the outside, inside and installed sales programs by ensuring that new prospects are obtained and current relationships and services are successfully maintained.
• This is accomplished by building relationships, following up on key accounts and resolving customer complaints effectively.
• Identifies personal growth needs and learning opportunities.
• Completes required orientation and safety training.
• Commits to continued learning on products, packages, procedures and more.
• Encourages and oversees employee career development.

Skills

Retail management

Outside sales

Sales leadership

Team leadership

Sales growth

Problem solving

Job description

A Carter Lumber Store Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the store as well as developing and maintaining sales relationships with contractors and do-it-yourselfers. This is accomplished by following the direction set by the General and District Managers in the areas of foundation, inventory, sales and profit. Complying with policies and procedures, monitoring key employees, controlling inventory purchases and levels, developing sales and communication are all components of this position. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements to be Considered for the Position:

• Previous retail management experience, preferably in the building materials industry
• Previous experience managing outside sales programs
• Proven track record in sales management, primarily dealing with contractors
• Ability to direct and train others effectively as a team leader
• Demonstrated ability to increase sales and profitability
• Well developed problem solving abilities and strong conflict resolution skills
• 5-10 years of experience in building materials, store operations, and sales
• This position will be for our facility in Shelby, OH

Responsibilities of the Position:

Store Operations

• Manages and implements the overall direction of the store.
• Responsible for properly delegating and overseeing all aspects of inventory management, safety requirements and policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicates sales and profit goals to ensure the support of the team.

Staff Management

• Responsible for setting the direction and managing areas of employment such as; hiring, communication, motivation, discipline, separation and other areas.
• Ensures goals are outlined for employees and are met.

Sales & Relationship Building

• Manages the growth of the outside, inside and installed sales programs by ensuring that new prospects are obtained and current relationships and services are successfully maintained.
• This is accomplished by building relationships, following up on key accounts and resolving customer complaints effectively.

Knowledge & Training

• Identifies personal growth needs and learning opportunities.
• Completes required orientation and safety training.
• Commits to continued learning on products, packages, procedures and more.
• Encourages and oversees employee career development.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!