Retail General Manager Jobs in New York

Job Title: General Manager Company: Little Miss Matched Location: New York, NY Description: Experienced Store Manager Needed: Growing and innovative company is looking for a hard working and passionate manager. Our ideal manager must have these abilities: -strong business acumen to drive sales -able to facilitate change in a positive manner -hold managers and assoc accountable for productivity -resolve conflict and discipline -strong problem solver and decision maker -strong interpersonal and effective communication skills Experience with startup companies and new store turnover/openings a plus!

Job Title: Ann Taylor - Retail- Mgr - Divisional Finance (ATF) Company: Ann Taylor Location: New York, NY Description: Manager of Divisional Finance, ATFReporting Lines and Scope of Responsibility The Manager of Divisional Finance (MDF) reports to the VP of Finance ATF who serves as the liaison between the corporate finance group and the division. The MDF assists with providing thought leadership on the division’s plans as well as establishing the finance function as business partner and critical resource to ensure business and financial success. He/she provides financial leadership in the development of the monthly and annual plans (strategic plans, operating plans and business forecasts) to assist the management team in making investment decisions that ensure profitable growth. He/she focuses the Divisional Executive Committee (DEC) on the delivery of financial commitments and provides financial support to the field, marketing, merchandising, design, planning & allocation and real estate functions including tracking and controlling spending to achieve maximum impact. He/she educates colleagues on the business drivers and creates a culture that anticipates the impact and interrelatedness of business decisions on the bottom line. He/she also creates and implements a long-range financial plan for the Division that supports targets set by the Division strategy and in alignment with the Corporate strategy. Specific Responsibilities Key Priorities, Challenges and Tasks Drive the monthly financial forecasting and budgeting processes that links into the corporate planning requirements. Ensure that monthly forecasts are completed on time and reflect trends with all risks and challenges highlighted for the current business outlook. Drive annual budgeting with the appropriate amount of analysis and detail to explain variances and strategic direction. Oversee capital investment planning and real estate analysis. Lead analysis, planning and control processes for all product life cycle and store 4-wall expenses. Model the Division’s core financial performance at the detailed level and be able to summarize and present opportunities and risks to the DEC and to Corporate Finance. Communicate regularly to the DEC on financial performance including regular updates on operating income performance, capital spending and ATIP tracking. Keep the Divisional Executive Committee and corporate finance organization informed regarding business performance, status of key initiatives including corporate projects that require divisional input (BOD meetings, annual budget, etc.), and financial results on a regular basis. Ensure the corporate/cross-Division policies, methodologies, and decision frameworks are appropriately implemented. Monitor and manage all costs/line expenses and articulate variances as they occur. Ensure the attainment of financial and operational goals by identifying all drivers of costs and focus on improving operations to create financial leverage that will drive increasing productivity and profitability. Coordinate with Store Operations to plan and forecast all store 4-wall expenses. Coordinate with Real Estate Finance to monitor the capital-spending budget for all new retail doors, renovations and new programs. Report monthly to the DEC on actual spend to plan and provide financial support for all spending programs. Create effective benchmarks to measure key business drivers. Keep abreast of industry trends, benchmarks and best practices which could improve services and reduce costs. Partner with other MDFs and VP-FP&A to ensure consistency in approach to financial planning & analysis across divisions. Identify potential business issues and develop contingency plans to effectively mitigate risks. Collaborate with the leaders of Planning, Store Planning and Allocation to ensure effective inventory management and help create a culture and environment of rapid response. Monitor the monthly financial, inventory and replenishment planning processes for appropriate levels of rigor and coordination, and that any risk adjusted scenarios are clearly understood across the cross functional team. Prepare comprehensive financial and general business presentations and initiatives that reflect strong strategic thinking and good analytical rigor. Clearly articulate financial drivers and business objectives to the DEC Requirements: - Bachelors degree required - MBA preferred - 3 - 5 years of experience within a finance function (with 2 years in a management role) - with st

Job Title: Store Manager The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. Company: New York's Job Exchange Location: New York, NY Description: Store Manager Register to View The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. Job Description Store ManagerDivision :The Yankee Candle Company, IncLocation :Central Valley NY US 10917% of Travel Required :NoneJob Type :Full TimeCareer Level :Manager (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)Education :High School or equivalentCategory :Sales/Retail/Business DevelopmentJob Description :Retail Store ManagerLocation: Central Valley, NYJob Summary: As a Retail Store Manager, you will be responsible for the management and leadership of a Yankee Candle Store; overseeing and driving daily sales performance; maintain service and operational standards; supervising, coaching, counseling and training staff on sales program; ensuring adequate staffing; providing superior customer service; maintaining store facilities; ensuring safety and security for guests and staff; preparing cash reports and merchandise orders; and other similar duties pertaining to the management of a retail store.Scope: The Retail Store Manager provides direction and leadership to a Yankee Candle Retail Store; drives sales & profitability; provides exemplary guest service, ensures visual merchandising/presentation and operational standards; recruits, staffs, coaches and develops store management teams and sales associates as a part of our Succession Plan; meets or exceeds divisional and store sales and profitability goals.Minimum Requirements:• 3+ years; supervisory/management experience in a retail sales environment or similar fast paced, customer service environment, preferred.• Previous experience in a retail sales environment with increasing levels of responsibility and strong working knowledge of general retail practices and procedures.• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead/direct, coach and train others in a retail setting, and the ability to relate well using communication, interpersonal, diplomacy and related skills required.• Experience in a specialty retail environment required.Hours:VariedFlexibility in work schedule is required including the ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as operational need may require. This position offers a competitive salary & excellent benefits package. Salary Structure:Satellite Pay Scale – Grade RM3The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by federal or state law. EOE/M/F/D/VCompany Overview: The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. is the nation’s leading designer, manufacturer, wholesaler and retailer of premium scented candles,in the growing giftware industry with sales of $713.7 million dollars in fiscal year 2008. Employing approximately 5,500 people, Yankee Candle (Headquartered in South Deerfield, Massachusetts) has a 40 year history of offering distinctive products and marketing them as affordable luxuries and consumable gifts. Having earned a reputation for superior, long-lasting fragrance quality, Yankee Candle is America’s trusted choice for fragrance.The Company sells its products through a North American wholesale customer network of approximately 19,689 store locations, a growing base of Company owned and operated retail stores (498 Yankee Candle Stores located in 43 states as of November 27, 2009), direct mail catalogs, its Internet website (www.yankeecandle.com), and to a European wholesale customer network of approximately 2,994 store locations and distributors covering approximately 23 countries (via a distribution center located in Bristol, England).A key contributor to our success has been our vertically integrated business model, which enables us to control most every aspect of our business, from product development to manufacturing to distribution to marketing and sales. This structure allows us to consistently provide high quality and innovative products, deliver them in a timely and efficient manner to customers all over the A benefit package may or may not be available. Request specific information from the employer. Job Summary Job Start/End Date: not provided Job Type: Regular Job Classification: Full Time Hours/Week: not provided Salary Range: not provided N/A Education: not provided Required Degree/ Formal Training: not provided Required Licenses/ Certificates : not provided Experience: Entry Level (0 - 2 years) Company Homepage: not provided More Information Market analytics

Job Title: Human Resource Manager- retail- multi unit- Generalist- leader Company: CyberCoders Location: Queens Village, NY Description: Human Resource Manager- retail- multi unit- Generalist- leader- retail operations- computer skillsIf you are a Human Resource Manager with retail and multi unit experience, please read on!What you need for this position:~ Bachelors Degree ~ Minimum of 5-10 years experience in Human Resources, at least five of those in a Managerial position.~ requires broad, up-to-date knowledge of employment laws and practices.KNOWLEDGE OF:FLSA, Wage and Hour laws, Wage and Salary Administration, IIPP, Human Resource policies, practices and procedures, COBRA, Benefits Administration.~ Excellent oral and written communications skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely answer questions and convey information to staff, management, and the Board of Directors.~ Outstanding analytical skills, including the ability to develop systems that effectively implement, evaluate and track key HR tasks and the ability to analyze and act on the information in legal documents, journal articles and other publications.~ Excellent conflict resolution skills.~ Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and Internet fluency.~Bilingual - with other languages a plus. ~ Retail sales and operations experience a plus!~ Retail HR experience a MUST!What you will be doing:~ Oversees all activities related to personnel preparation and processing.~ Oversees the Safety Program in accordance with State law.~ Maintains the HRIS system and personnel retention records.~ Analyze and interpret reports~ Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain relationship with staff, management and employees.~ Coordinate, administer, implement, and maintain the employee benefit program.~ Responsible for the compliance of the IIPP, Safety Incentive program and related safety issues.~ Process all payroll status change forms; promotions, transfers, demotions, leaves of absence, terminations, and resignations.~ Process all SDI, unemployment, and wage orders accordingly.~ Comply with COBRA, FMLA, CFRAWhat's in it for you:~ competitive benefits and compensation package. ~ Fast paced and growing companySo, if you are a Human Resource Manager with retail and multi unit experience, please apply today!

Job Title: Store Management - A.J. Wright Company: The TJX Companies, Inc. Location: Brooklyn, NY Description: Store Managers Responsibilities: Hire, train, develop, supervise and motivate a team of 40+ full and part-time Associates. Develop creative plans to increase store sales and decrease loss Provide training and development for 2-3 Assistant Store Managers and 40+ Associates Manages store expenses and payroll to best address the needs of the business Maintain communication with District/Regional Management to stay abreast of company initiatives Ensure the proper processing and display of merchandise. Oversee and monitor shrink reduction plans. Manage and direct the daily activity of the sales floor. Assistant Store Managers Responsibilities: Help develop creative plans and strategies to increase store sales and decrease loss through business, analysis, action planning and consistent accountability. Manages store expenses and payroll to best address the needs of the business. Ensure store presentation is consistent with company standards. Maintain communication with District/Regional Management to stay abreast of company initiatives. Minimum 4 + years experience in retail merchandising and operations management of large, very high volume apparel/soft-lines stores. Experience managing in retail stores with volumes of $5-20 million in revenue and leading the performance efforts of 30-50 employees. Knowledge of retail operations, merchandise presentation, human resources, and shrink reduction plans. The proven ability to manage, motivate, and develop a large store team. Strong initiative and self-motivation. Keywords: Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, General Manager, Assistant General Manager, Assistant Manager, Department Manager AJ Wright stores are high volume, 25K square foot retail locations. With our low inventory and high merchandise turns, our stores move more merchandise and need more creative/hands-on management than most other retail stores! In addition to our open atmosphere and supportive work environment, we are proud to offer an exemplary benefits package that includes: Optional participation in medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, vision discount program, 401(k) profit sharing plan, and dependent care spending. The TJX Companies, Inc. also provides company paid benefits such as basic life insurance, short-term income protection, and short-term disability.A.J. Wright is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Job Title: Store Manager RadioShack Corporation Company: New York's Job Exchange Location: Valley Stream, NY Description: Store Manager Register to View RadioShack Corporation Job Description Company Profile: For company information please visit www.radioshackcorporation.com Job Description: Sorry, Visa / sponsorship not available. Store Manager Live up to your full potential. Are you looking for a rewarding management opportunity? We are currently seeking experienced, enthusiastic, career-minded Store Managers to join our team. If you have superior leadership skills, operational excellence and can increase sales and profitability while managing a dynamic sales team, this could be the position for you! Responsibilities of the Store Manager include recruiting, hiring, training, performance management, store operations, store merchandising, inventory management, directing and maximizing sales, and customer care. Job Requirements: Minimum 2 years experience in retail management High school diploma or equivalent Must be 18 years of age or older Excellent interpersonal/communication skills Must be reliable and have high personal integrity Flexible work schedule and assignment location Ideal candidates will have demonstrated ability to multitask as the business demands, including motivating and training the sales team, managing the store operations and providing superior service to our customers. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus in some markets. We offer excellent benefits and provide an outstanding compensation package consisting of a starting base salary, sales incentive, and bonus. Our package of benefits for eligible non-temporary team members includes: UPON HIRE - Limited medical, dental and life benefit plans for: Part-time team members Full-time team members (during 6 month waiting period for full-time benefit plans) After 6 month waiting period -Medical, dental, vision, disability and life benefit plans as well as flexible spending accounts for health and dependent day care. Full time team members Paid vacation and holidays 401(k) plan with immediate vesting Merchandise discounts Credit Union Plus MORE! No relocation assistance available. No agencies please. We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Keywords: Retail, Store Manager, Electronics / Appliances A benefit package may or may not be available. Request specific information from the employer. Job Summary Company Job ID: ARJ2886437 Job Title: Store Manager Company: RadioShack Corporation Location: US - NY, Valley Stream, 11580 AJE Reference Number: 528262903 Job Start/End Date: not provided Job Type: Regular Job Classification: Full Time Hours/Week: not provided Salary Range: not provided N/A Education: High School Diploma or GED Required Degree/ Formal Training: not provided Required Licenses/ Certificates : not provided Experience: Mid-Career (2 - 15 years) Company Homepage: not provided More Information Market analytics

Job Title: Retail Store Manager Company: Adidas Group Location: New York, NY Description: 3-Stripes and You're in!We are always scouting for talent when it comes to Retail Store Management. If you share our passion for the adidas brand, our love for sport and possess best of breed customer service skills we want to speak to you!!Retail Store Managers play a key critical role in the success of our retail teams. Managing the overall operations of a store requires strong communication skills, a solid product knowledge and excellent judgment of people, situations and operational priorities. With new retail stores planned to open each month in 2008, we are seeking out talented performers lead the retail teams towards new levels of performance. Primary responsibilities • Proven track-record of building world-class customer service organizations • Lead and inspire your team to hit customer service and sales targets• Let your passion for sport shine in superior product knowledge• Display the positive attitude and team spirit we are famous for in our retail environment• Ensure profitability operational excellence through responsible record keeping, inventory checks and budgetary management. • Ensure the ongoing development of your team, through training of new recruits to on-going coaching of best practice customer service. • Reporting of financial data and of customer trends to senior management To ensure success in this role you must:• Enjoy a passion for sport and an understanding of sports apparel / footwear• Possess a Bachelors Degree or 3+ years experience in a relevant position within the industry• Well honed leadership, communication and team management skills• Discerning judgment with a proven ability to manage multiple situations simultaneously• Seasoned in the art of customer service• Tested and proven ability to form strong relationships with staff, senior management and corporate partnersIf you are up for the challenge and help make the world a better place through sport - we want to hear from you !! Apply Here. adidas offers growth opportunities, flexible work arrangements, competitive pay and benefits and an employee discount at all adidas stores. The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this career opportunity. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Store Managers Company: Location: Rochester, NY Description: Express Mart, a Convenience Store and Gas Station has openings for Qualified Store Managers. The ideal candidate must have at least a 2 year college degree and should have at least 2 years experience in the retail or customer service industry. We look for mature, team-oriented, customer friendly individuals to add to our team of Managers. Day to day functions include-waiting on customers, food service, putting stock away, cleaning and running the register, daily paperwork, banking hiring and training, employee development and making sure that your store meets and exceeds all the company requirements so that your customers have the best shopping experience possible. Our Store Managers work 50 hours per week (Monday - Friday 6am - 3pm and Saturday 6am-11pm). If this sounds like something that you have done and would like to become a member of our team then please send a resume with a cover letter to the email address listed. We are a Drug Free Workplace - as part of the interview process you will be Drug Tested, Background Checks on Criminal, Credit and Drivers License.

Job Title: Store Manager Nanuet NY Sears Holdings Company: New York's Job Exchange Location: New York, NY Description: Store Manager Nanuet NY Register to View Sears Holdings Job Description Job Title Store Manager Nanuet NYBusiness Stores - SearsState/City NY NanuetJob Description CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS:- Provides 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 week- Minimum of 2 weekends per month scheduled during peak hours (e.g., Friday night, Saturday mid-day through evening, Sunday)- Follows 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.- Selects, develops and manages performance of individuals and team, measured by appropriate performance reports/scorecards/dashboards.- Attracts, hires and on-boards store staff as measured by appropriate performance scorecard, retention and new hire survey results.- Executes the client's (brand/business) plan consistently across all departments and provide ongoing fact based feedback.- Consistently delivers acceptable results as measured by the Location Balanced Scorecard with an intense focus on customer service and sales growth.- Focuses and invests time on customer facing activities and processes.- Ensures the store is "Location Certified" and every associate is "Role Certified" to do his/her job; has primary accountability for Assistant Store Manager and Lead "Role Certification."- Monitors and proactively addresses outliers, e.g.; customer satisfaction, sales, controllable costs, profit, margin, operational processes, and compliance as measured by appropriate outlier report scorecard/dashboard.- Embeds the Company return policy and Pledge of Fairness.- Creates and maintains a culture of winning that resonates with associates.LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORSCustomer:- Expects and inspects retail core processes and "clean and bright" standards.- Expects and inspects execution of client's merchandising and operating plans.- Provides first person coaching on the execution of action plans based on daily department walks, Customer Satisfaction Survey learnings, customer verbatims, and customer interactions.- Is the customer advocate and surfaces opportunities to improve the end-to-end customer experience.- Teaches, models and leads ways to satisfy customers, finds ways to say yes, e.g., helpful associates, complaint resolution, Store to Web.Leadership and People:- Personally supports, coaches and develops team members, creating an environment where our associates can be successful.- Facilitates dialogue between front-line associates and the store leadership team.- Focuses the entrepreneurial energy of the team on delivering over the top customer service and associate pride.- Builds a strong bench of talent and strive to develop people for internal promotion.- Leads and embeds all Retail Services plans/projects using common enterprise-wide tools, processes and language. (No store programs.)Process:- Understands, leads, and embeds a standardized operating model that will earn preferred provider status in every store.- Rigorously inspects compliance with our operating model for consistency across all departments.- Executes and supports the client's plan utilizing outlier reporting, scorecards and standardized reporting.- Ensures that all initiatives and processes are in full compliance with company policies and practices.Effectiveness:- Creates a selling culture that will meet/exceed clients' sales plans.- Leads and monitors store level margin drivers, e.g., solution selling, accessory attachment rate, inactive inventory, price change execution and POS reductions.- Achieves all miscellaneous income plans, e.g., merchandise replacement plans, protection agreements, new account generation, gift cards, email acquisition, etc - Achieves controllable cost plans and identify and communicate continuous i A benefit package may or may not be available. Request specific information from the employer. Job Summary Job Start/End Date: not provided Job Type: Regular Job Classification: Full Time Hours/Week: not provided Salary Range: not provided N/A Education: not provided Required Degree/ Formal Training: not provided Required Licenses/ Certificates : not provided Experience: Entry Level (0 - 2 years) Company Homepage: not provided More Information

Job Title: Retail Store Manager Company: T-Mobile Location: Bronx, NY Description:  Making the magic that helps our customers “stay connected.”Our Retail Store Managers coach and develop the store team that delivers T-Mobile’s Retail Promise to every customer.  In this role, you’ll “make the magic” behind the scenes that allows your talented people, inviting store environment, and operations excellence to ensure that our customers “stay connected.”OPPORTUNITY—YOUR CHANCE TO SHINE As a Retail Store Manager, your commitment to the five pillars of great retail performance will yield outstanding results for your customers, your store, and your career: World Class ServiceHigh Performing TeamsVisual MerchandisingOperations ExcellenceFinancial ResultsThis is your chance to shine!  Every decision you make—from team hiring and development, to merchandising, to operations management—will support your efforts to create an extraordinary customer experience.  Your gift for cultivating customer relationships and responding efficiently to their needs will translate into overall store profitability. What’s more, modeling this level of world-clss service will help you build and strengthen a high-performing team of Retail Sales Associates. TALENT SUITABILITY— ARE YOU THE RIGHT FIT? Excellent decision-making and leadership abilities coupled with stellar communication skills are keys to success as a Retail Store Manager. Those who thrive in this position are intuitive, knowledgeable and customer-focused sales pros who can inspire their teams to new heights. They also model grace under pressure in fast-paced environments. With a rare blend of interpersonal savvy and operations and finance expertise, these leaders set the bar for excellence in their team members and themselves.RESPONSIBILITIESAs Retail Store Manager, you’ll have the following day-to-day responsibilities at your retail location:Offer consultative sales and service on the sales floor during retail hours (including nights and weekends). Recruit, develop, motivate and manage a high-performing team. Meet and exceed individual and team sales goals. Keep abreast of the rapidly evolving T-Mobile technology. Create an environment for discovery in your store that sparks new ideas for using mobile communications.Execute the processes and procedures that ensure that the “back” of the store works as well as the “front” from a customer perspective.Cultivate long-term customer relationships. QUALIFICATIONS ·          BA/BS degree or equivalent education through work experience (high school Diploma or GED required)·          Sales and sales management experience with a customer-focused, operationally excellent retailer (along with an established record of high personal performance)·          A proven track-record in consultative sales and sales management experience in fields involving consumer technology, applications and content ·          Talent for personnel training, coaching and development·          Team-player mentality ·          Operational and financial performance management skills, especially site P&L management ·          Basic computer know-how and familiarity with common business applications (web browsers, Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, etc.)T-Mobile is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We strongly support diversity in the workforce.