Store Operations Leader

sscjobs; Maryland; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern States Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a leader to oversee daily retail operations across multiple departments, ensuring customer service excellence and adherence to SSC policies. The role drives sales, manages inventory, and coordinates with leadership for staffing and budgeting across locations.

The position emphasizes staff development, safety compliance, and collaboration with local civic leaders and board to sustain growth and profitability. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, will also consider an Associate’s Degree with specialization in agronomy, plant science, animal science, business management, or related field.
• Requires minimum three (3) years of related experience in agribusiness, plant science, petroleum, livestock / pet care, or related industry.
• Requires a minimum of one (1) year in a leadership role.
• Requires valid Driver's License.
• Forklift Certification (or ability to obtain).
• CDL / hazmat endorsement (or ability to obtain).
• Petroleum and/or Propane Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Must be able to travel 10-20% of time.
• Schedule requirements will vary based on location.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Retail Store Manager to execute a strategic retail operations plan that aligns customer service, sales and volume building, merchandising, inventory management, budgeting and expense control with SSC business and financial goals.
• Manage daily operations for multiple departments within the facility; support front-end/POS and handle escalated customer inquiries; oversee showroom merchandising and inventory levels; supervise warehouse operations.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Operations planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Job description

Southern States Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a leader to oversee daily retail operations across multiple departments, ensuring customer service excellence and adherence to SSC policies. The role drives sales, manages inventory, and coordinates with leadership for staffing and budgeting across locations.

The position emphasizes staff development, safety compliance, and collaboration with local civic leaders and board to sustain growth and profitability. Travel may be required.