Retail Store Manager Job in Los Angeles 90049, California Us
Retail Store Manager
Seeking an experienced retail store manager to oversee operations at a specialty software and electronics store catering to the film industry. Showbiz Store Cafe is a unique destination for the entertainment industry, with locations in Los Angeles and New York. In addition to being a retail outlet for the top production software in the industry, the store also hosts expert workshops, seminars, casting calls, screenings and other events. Working in conjunction with the café, the store cultivates an atmosphere for creative types to convene and collaborate on projects… while enjoying gourmet coffee beverages and a full lunch menu.
The ideal candidate will have direct experience as the manager of a retail outlet, and be ready to pitch in on ringing up sales, tracking inventory and providing top notch customer service, in addition to managing a team of part-time staff members. As general manager of the Los Angeles location, this position also oversees operations for the café, with a café manager reporting directly to the store manager.
Knowledge of Lightspeed POS system and/or Volusion online cart software is a plus, as well as any knowledge of entertainment production software.
Join a fun and vibrant team as we make history with a whole new kind of retail experience!
Please note: This is a full-time position with benefits.
Essential Job Functions:
· Hire and train part-time and full-time staff
· Supervise staff, assign and prioritize tasks as needed
· Maintain all company safety and security policies, including locking and security of store at closing time, cash volume in the cash registers and cash deposits
· Create and maintain staff schedule
· Prepare quarterly and year staff appraisal reports, conduct evaluation meetings with HR department. Mentor employees and initiate disciplinary action where needed.
· Prepare end of day reports and balance all cashiers
· Manage in-store events, including setup and tracking of RSVPs
· Manage inventory, including pricing, ordering, tracking and reporting
· Research new products to carry
· Update merchandising, displays, in-store and external signage
· Product fulfillment for festivals and sponsorships
· Work with online shopping cart system Volusion
· Maintain strong working knowledge of store product
· Prepare end of day reports and balance all cashiers
Essential Job Requirements:
· Strong retail management experience
· Impeccable customer service skills standards
· Flexibility
· Communication skills
· Experience with retail point-of-sale system (LightSpeed a plus)
· Experience with online shopping cart software (Volusion a plus)
· Ability to perform some physical activity
· Ability to think outside the box with alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems