Store Manager: Lead a Community-Focused Bookstore

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc.; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

EAP

Sick Pay

Paid Time Off including paid Maternity

Parental Leave

Company Paid Holidays

Transit

401(k) with Company Match

Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical

Dental and Vision)

Healthcare Spending Account

Dependent Care Spending Account

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. in Helena, MT seeks a Store Manager to lead daily operations, develop staff and drive store performance. You will motivate the team, manage inventory, merchandise effectively and ensure exceptional customer service.

You will foster a positive working environment, uphold safety standards, coordinate with the Cluster and Home Office resources, and ensure compliance with company policies. The role requires physical activity and willingness to work across locations.

Qualifications

• You will lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver expected results.
• You will manage store operations with a focus on health, safety and loss prevention.
• You will communicate company messages clearly to the team and resources.

Responsibilities

• Assess the capabilities and potential of the store team and conduct reviews.
• Develop individual booksellers and meet store demands with People Cluster Support.
• Hold the team to consistent standards and address opportunities promptly and fairly.
• Lead with kindness, fairness and respect to create a positive working environment.
• Deliver clear company messages and provide feedback to Cluster, Area or Home Office.
• Demonstrate integrity and credibility to inspire engagement and performance.
• Be resilient under pressure while staying equitable and focused on goals.
• Be open to learning, welcome feedback, and actively develop your skills.
• Share strengths with the Cluster and offer support beyond the store.
• Remedy weaknesses and pursue continual learning for career progression.
• Communicate weaknesses and plans to address them openly.

Job description

Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. in Helena, MT seeks a Store Manager to lead daily operations, develop staff and drive store performance. You will motivate the team, manage inventory, merchandise effectively and ensure exceptional customer service.

You will foster a positive working environment, uphold safety standards, coordinate with the Cluster and Home Office resources, and ensure compliance with company policies. The role requires physical activity and willingness to work across locations.