OPERATIONS MANAGER Job in Chicago 60647, Illinois US
Micro Center is one of the nation’s leading computer and electronics retailers, offering over 35,000 products in large, well-furnished regional stores. We provide the industry's most compelling and customer-oriented shopping environment, with twelve dedicated product and service departments and the most knowledgeable staff in the business. An industry pioneer when we started in 1979 in Columbus, Ohio, we continue to be a dynamic company in a growth industry and have expanded steadily and profitably to a nationwide presence. Join our team and see why the leading consumer magazine rated Micro Center as “the best place to buy a computer!”
We are seeking an experienced retail Operations Manager. This person will directly manage the associates and activities of the warehouse, front end and store office areas of the store.
At Micro Center we demonstrate our commitment to employees through training, career growth and a balance between personal and professional interests. We offer competitive pay, flexible schedules, an employee discount and an extensive benefits package that includes options available at group rates for both full-time and part-time associates. For a complete benefit overview and to find out more about the company and our retail locations, please visit our web site at www.microcenter.com .
Equal Opportunity Employer. Non-smoking work environment. Pre-employment criminal background and substance abuse screening.
Requirements:
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Maintain orderly operation of all areas of responsibility; ensure that operational policies and procedures are being properly carried out at the store level.
-Consistently achieve inventory control, productivity and expense goals.
-Conduct physical inventory.
-Participate in staffing, orientation and training activities for the store.
-Serve as manager-in-charge during absence of General Manager or other store managers.
-Ensure that store policies and procedures are effectively communicated to all store associates.
-Ensure that personnel issues are handled in accordance with guidelines.
-Ensure the safety and protection of all company assets.
-Perform other duties and tasks as may be assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or equivalent, Bachelors degree preferred, and two or more years of experience in a retail management role, preferably in operations, loss prevention and/or inventory control.