Merchandise Manager Job in Tuscaloosa, Alabama US

Merchandise Manager

Centerplate is one of North America's largest providers of quality food and beverage, catering, merchandise and facility management services for many of America's best-known sports, convention and entertainment venues. As our singular goal is to be #1 in Event Hospitality, all of our managers, chefs and employees are ?Hospitality Ambassadors.? ?Craveable Experiences. Raveable Results? ? We are currently seeking a Merchandise Manager at the University of Alabama, the State of Alabama's oldest public university. The University was established by constitutional provision under statutory mandates and authorizations. Its mission is to advance the intellectual and social condition of the people of the State through quality programs of teaching, research, and service. Yea Alabama, Crimson Tide! If you enjoy watching or participating in championship sports, or reveling in a unique game day atmosphere, then you will feel right at home at The University of Alabama. From football, to gymnastics, to basketball, rowing, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, swimming/diving, tennis, track and field, and volleyball, The University of Alabama can boast 16 team NCAA Championships and countless more conference championships and individual achievements. Intramural sports, club sports, sports for students with disabilities, and a student recreation center ranked among the best in the nation give every student an opportunity to participate in the pride and tradition that define Alabama athletics. PRINCIPLE FUNCTION: This position provides guests with quality merchandise and excellent service by effectively managing all aspects of the merchandise operation, including, but not limited to, purchasing, inventory control, staffing, training, cost controls, accounting procedures and the operation of all retail outlets. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluate and purchase suitable merchandise, based on guests? and clients? needs. Maintain proper inventory levels. Develop warehousing plan to assure easy access and accountability of merchandise. Develop training programs and train personnel, i.e., guest relations, inventory, cash handling. Develop merchandising plan for all retail outlets. Perform period end inventory. Perform all accounting functions. Maintain product and service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations and investigating customer concerns. Supervise assigned personnel, hire, terminate, discipline, evaluate performance and develop each employee to his/her potential. Recommend and maintain preventative maintenance programs to protect the physical assets of the Company. Assist in the maintenance of a security function. Implement and maintain effective communication with the client and all employees. Assist in the development of programs that result in increased customer satisfaction. Manage in compliance with established Company/client policies and procedures. Ensure all cash handling procedures are in effect at all times. Perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required from time to time. QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS Required: At least 3 years experience with merchandising and retail management of multiple facilities and 1 years knowledge of concessions or related work experience. Experience in the management of multiple facilities. Ability to promote and participate in a team environment. Ability to understand written and oral direction and to communicate same with others. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Requires frequent lifting and carrying of 50 pounds. Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays. Please go to www.hcareers.com to apply. Please include salary requirements when applying. This position is accompanied by a competitive salary and benefits package. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days. Centerplate is an equal opportunity Employer.