Retail General Manager Jobs in Iowa

Job Title: Store Manager - Davenport, Iowa Job Company: Blockbuster Location: Davenport, IA Description: Store Manager - Davenport, Iowa Job Store Manager - Davenport, Iowa-09008632DescriptionInterested in working at Blockbuster Inc.? We're a dynamic company where people who have a passion for movies and games really shine. Sound like you? Bring your enthusiasm and experience to Blockbuster. We're looking for high energy, a positive attitude and self-motivation. If you're looking for flexible hours, advancement opportunities and other great perks this could be the beginning of a beautiful career.Summary of roleResponsible for driving store revenue and running the operations of a store per company standards.Essential Responsibilities* Overall responsibility for meeting sales goals set by the strategic sales plan.* Staff the store by hiring, developing, disciplining, and terminating team members per company standards.* Ensure all daily store required activities are performed per company standards.* Overall accountability to ensure the proper inventory controls, merchandising, cash controls and customer problem resolution procedures are in place and followed per company standards.* Interact with customers in person and on the phone and utilize the computerized point of sale system to complete both credit and cash transactions and maintain member accounts* Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsTechnical Knowledge/Skills* Minimum 3 to 5 years retail sales/customer service experience* Minimum 1 year prior supervisory experience* Advanced customer service and sales skills* Availability to work all shifts* Strong written and verbal communication skills* General knowledge of movies* General knowledge of Microsoft Office productsEducation/Experience* High School Diploma or equivalentPreferred* Some college or Bachelor's degreeIf you love great entertainmentincluding FREE rentalsand your skills are a good match for this position, this could be the place for you.We would like to thank everyone who submits his or her resume for this position. Due to the volume of resumes that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. BLOCKBUSTER offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a smoke free & drug free workplace. No agencies please!JobStore ManagersPrimary LocationIowa-Davenport

Job Title: Store Manager Company: BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSELLERS Location: Sioux City, IA Description: Store Manager Barnes & Noble OUR MISSION is to operate the best specialty retail business in America, regardless of the product we sell. Because the product we sell is books, our aspirations must be consistent with the promise and the ideals of the volumes that line our shelves. To say that our mission exists independent of the product we sell is to demean the importance and the distinction of being booksellers. AS BOOKSELLERS, we are determined to be the very best in our business, regardless of the size, pedigree, or inclinations of our competitors. We will continue to bring our industry nuances of style and approaches to bookselling that are consistent with our evolving aspirations. ABOVE ALL, we expect to be a credit to the communities we serve, a valuable resource to our customers, and a place where our dedicated booksellers can grow and prosper. Toward this end, we will not only listen to our customers and booksellers but embrace the idea that the company is at their service. Store Manager WHAT YOU DO Lead and manage a store ensuring all operations are consistent with our bookselling culture, world-class customer service focus and merchandising standards. Strategically plan and allocate all resources in order to maximize store sales, profitability and efficiencies. Recruit, train and build a diverse, knowledgeable and motivated team. Foster an environment that is both employee-centric and customer-centric. Model, coach and teach a store team to deliver the customer service principles, merchandising direction and operational standards of Barnes & Noble. WHAT’S REQUIRED At least three years of experience as a store manager, preferably in more than one location. Solid knowledge of retail operations. Strong analytical skills, and ability to utilize business reports and industry and competitor knowledge to consistently identify opportunities to drive sales. Ability to assess situations, customize solutions and communicate plans to direct reports in order to accomplish objectives. Ability to coordinate, communicate and balance multiple projects simultaneously. Work on the selling floor, requiring physical activity. Flexible schedule-our stores are open daily, which requires early morning, evening, weekend and holiday availability. Ability to relocateTo learn more about Barnes & Noble Booksellers please go to www.barnesandnobleinc.com. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

Job Title: Retail Hardware/Farm Store Manager Company: Location: Des Moines, IA Description: Retail Hardware/Farm Store Manager Salary: $40,000 - $75,000, Bonus opportunities of up to 50% of salary plus ownership option all based on performance Location: Des Moines, Iowa Year(s) Exp: 5+ Store Management Experience Email: Register to View General Comments Be part of a new store start up with a great local market potential, strong financial support and experienced/seasoned ownership. Utilize your passion for farm and city type customers while building your career. Job Purpose Serves customers by providing quality merchandise, supervising staff and growing a profitable business. Responsibilities Overview Overall store management of a farm/hardware supply operation including showroom, outside sales force, and an outdoor sales area. Product mix includes hardware, filters, chemicals, livestock feeds, contractor/professional supplies, farm related products, etc. Duties ? Completes store operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results. ? Maintains store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees. ? Maintains store staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. ? Maintains store inventory/sales flow by managing sales trends and purchasing inventory. ? Achieves financial objectives by preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions. ? Identifies current and future customer requirements by establishing rapport with potential and actual customers and other persons in a position to understand service requirements. ? Ensures availability of merchandise and services by approving contracts; maintaining inventories. ? Formulates pricing policies by reviewing merchandising activities; determining additional needed sales promotion; authorizing clearance sales; studying trends. ? Markets merchandise by studying advertising, sales promotion, and display plans; analyzing operating and financial statements for profitability ratios. ? Secures merchandise by implementing security systems and measures. ? Protects employees and customers by providing a safe and clean store environment. ? Maintains the stability and reputation of the store by complying with legal requirements. ? Determines marketing strategy changes by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records. ? Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. ? Maintains operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures. ? Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Skills/Qualifications: Candidates MUST have 5+ years previous Hardware and Farm product related experience with a strong agricultural background and solid retail management experience. Must be detail oriented, dependable, highly motivated with good communication skills, a team player, and an overall leader. Other skills/qualifications to include: customer focused, tracking budget expenses, pricing, vendor relationships, market knowledge, staffing, results driven, strategic planning, management proficiency, client relationships, point of sale, excel, word, and outlook. 10 Great Reasons to consider this job (1) Ground floor opportunity with immediate growth (2) Hard work is rewarded (3) Experienced and business savvy ownership (4) Great merchandise discount (5) Be part of the farming and hardware community (6) Fine quality products, you can be proud of what you're selling (7) Staff members will be experts on their products, so your customers will be well served (8) Hands on customer service, have experts on the floor, sales reps in the field (9) Great location (10) Excellent bonus opportunity!!

Job Title: Store Manager Company: Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: National fastfood restaurant seeking General Manager for it's area locations. Qualifying experience will be (relatively recent) two years General Manager experience with a major fast food chain restaurant. Must be skilled in shift planning and operation, scheduling, profit and loss, ordering, and cost computations.Must be either currently employed or have no more than two jobs in the past five years. Attractive base salary with bonus potential. GREAT growth opportunity and opportunity to advance. Full lineup of benefits (insurance)

Job Title: Manager - Store - Williamsburg, IA Company: VF Corporation Location: Williamsburg, IA Description: The primary responsiblity of Manager - Store is to manage and assume accountability for retail store operations, provide direction and develop associates to - maintain the integrity of the store, expedite merchandise to the sales floor and present merchandise in order to maximize sales. Must be able to maximize profits by controlling expenses and protecting company assets. Establish control-related standards and procedures.

Job Title: Store Manager in Training (Cedar Rapids Market IA) Company: Sears Holdings Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Description: Non Negotiable(s)/Critical Success Factors: Provide disciplined leadership including setting clear expectations and holding the team and self accountable for results.Adhere to the Store Manager scheduling requirements (weekly exceptions must be approved by the District Manager):Minimum of 2 nights per weekMinimum of 2 weekends per month scheduled during peak hours (e.g., Friday night, Saturday mid-day through evening, Sunday)Follow the Playbook and the Weekly Walk processes to develop and prioritize action plans with timely follow up.Execute customer focused strategies, policies and programs as measured by Customer Satisfaction, Survey data and verbatim comments. Select, develop and manage performance of individuals and team, measured by appropriate performance reports/scorecard, retention, internal promotions, training completion, and associate survey results.Attract, hire and on-board store staff as measured by appropriate performance scorecard, retention and new hire survey results.Execute the client’s (brand/business) plan consistently across all departments and provide ongoing fact based feedback.Consistently deliver acceptable compliance scores as measured by District Manager in the Standards Based Store Visit & Client Commitment tools. Focus and invest time on customer facing activities and processes. Ensure the store is operationally certified and every associate is certified to do his/her job. Monitor and proactively address outliers, e.g., customer satisfaction, sales, controllable costs, profit, margin, operational processes, and compliance against plan and/or established standards. Embed the Company return policy and Pledge of Fairness.Create and maintain a culture of winning that resonates with associates.Leadership BehaviorsCustomerExpect and inspect core processes and “clean and bright” standards.Expect and inspect execution of client’s merchandising and operating plans.Provide first person coaching on the execution of action plans based on daily department walks, Customer Satisfaction Survey learnings, customer verbatims, and customer interactions.Be the customer advocate and surface opportunities to improve the end-to-end customer experience.Teach, model and lead ways to satisfy customers, find ways to say yes, e.g., helpful associates, complaint resolution, Store to Web.Leadership and PeoplePersonally support, coach and develop team members, creating an environment where our associates can be successful.Facilitate dialogue between front-line associates and the store leadership team.Focus the entrepreneurial energy of the team on delivering over the top customer service and associate pride. Build a strong bench of talent and strive to develop people for internal promotion. Lead and embed the new normal (changes resulting from transformation initiatives) and drive Retail Services plans/projects using common enterprise-wide tools, processes and language. (No store programs.)ProcessUnderstand, lead, and embed a standardized operating model that will earn preferred provider status in every store.Rigorously inspect compliance with our operating model for consistency across all departments.Execute and support the client’s plan utilizing compliance score cards/audits to measure store execution and honor client commitments. Ensure that all initiatives and processes are in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies.EffectivenessCreate a selling culture that will meet/exceed clients’ sales plans.Lead and monitor store level margin drivers, e.g., solution selling, accessory attachment rate, inactive inventory, price change execution and POS reductions. Achieve all miscellaneous income plans, e.g., smart plans, protection agreements, new account generation.Achieve controllable cost plans and identify and communicate continuous improvement opportunities. Communicate opportunities and solutions that will allow clients to meet/exceed profit plans.Disciplined Decision MakingProvide clients with fact-based, real time feedback on the product life cycle including assortment, pricing, inventory flow, marketing support, transition/exit strategies, etc. Utilize quantitative and qualitative data to measure and achieve desired outcomes and address outlier opportunities.Consistently provide a sense of urgency to maintain standards while obtaining associate buy-in.CountryUnited StatesResponsibilities/Skills/Experience RequirementsRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.Minimum of five (5) years experience in retail or equivalent industry experience preferred.Extensive knowledge of store merchandising, operations, and retail management practices and procedures.Strong leadership and organizational skills.Availability to work during critical retail timeframes including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.Ability to analyze information, identify root causes and develop/implement approved solutions.Effective oral and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of internal and external team members and customers.Experience selecting, assessing, coaching and developing associates, preferably in a retail environment.Proven ability to manage and mentor team members, lead and influence cross-functional working groups and achieve results.Microsoft Office computer skills including Word, Excel and Outlook.The duties, responsibilities and requirements presented in this job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of roles or responsibilities. Requisition ID76682BRPreferred Minimum EducationBachelors Level DegreeYears Experience5 - 10 Years ExperienceTravel RequirementsOn Occasion (Less than 5%)

Job Title: Mobile Store Sales Manager Company: Unspecified Location: Iowa Falls, IA Description: Snap On Incorporated Title: Manager, Snap on Mobile Company Store www.snapon.com Position Summary: Manage and operate a snap on mobile retail store with a scope of sales. Fully develop the assigned route to reach its maximum sales and customer service potential. Mobile stores serve as a model operation for potential franchisees and other seeking positions with Snap on. Key Tasks: Service customers on designated route and maintain a level 5 in customer satisfaction. Provide service on products sold by the company. Manage store operation to meet sales, margin and profit targets. Maintain accountability for sales and collections, and P&L Maintain accountability for corporate assets in the form of cash, inventory, van and accounts receivable. Review store operations documents and balance each week. Operate store in compliance with the Snap on Program Maintain mobile company store in pristine conditions, as it serves as a showcase for the Snap on franchise. Interact with other store managers and zone manager to ensure coordination of programs and policies, and to share best practices. Assist with research and testing through the implementation of programs, promotions, products or techniques within the mobile company store operation. Provide feedback on their effectiveness. Assist with recruitment efforts Assist with franchisee training by allowing ride alongs, and by communicating how the program works. Requirements: Bachelors Degree. Proven direct sales or sales management experience, preferably in route or outside sales. Retail experiences a plus. Experience in business related positions. Valid driver’s license. Ability to drive 16’ x 20’ vehicle 40-50% of the time. Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and over 100 pounds occasionally. Position requires: Product knowledge Collections Asset management Budgeting Business operations Computer proficiency. Important characteristics and competencies: High energy level and highly motivated Results driven – set and achieve goals Strong communication skills – interpersonal, relationship building, presentations, verbal/written, listening. Persuasive and influential Customer focused Strong core values Salary Range: 45k - 55k plus commission If you are interested please forward an updated resume along with a time/number you can be reached to discuss this in more detail to: Register to View

Job Title: Store Manager - Department Store Company: Top Echelon Network Location: Des Moines, IA Description: Looking for a Store Manager for a growing retail company. Must have good merchandising and people skills. Good leadership and operations background. Requirements Must have background as a Store Manager with strong apparel and home decor.   See all jobs in Des Moines IA

Job Title: Store Manager Company: Location: Sioux City, IA Description: Duties include Sales, Customer Service, stock management, scheduling and more. Candidate should demonstrate sound communication, leadership and management skills. Candidate should be flexibe to work day,evening and weekend shifts.

Job Title: Optical Store Manager/Owner Company: Location: Des Moines, IA Description: Well-established optical store seeking new owner/partner. Owner retiring. Up front cash investment of no less than $50,000 required. Owner financing available to a qualified applicant. Decades of six figure annual cash flows have been experienced by the owner Financial statements available. Owner will train. Serious replies only from individuals with the solid financial ability to make the investment indicated. Individuals may use retirement account funds to access funding that could finance this business.