ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER TRAINEE (Sales)
If you have a passion for plants, animals and agriculture, we want to hear from you! Blue Seal/KENT® Nutrition Group, a member of the KENT Corporation family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as an Assistant Manager Trainee at our Bow, NH store!
This position is a full-time, salaried with overtime eligible role that offers an exceptional benefits package and a store discount! This role will learn and work in all store functions including facilities maintenance, personnel management, sales, inventory control, merchandising, accounting, and customer service. The successful candidate will be eligible for a promotion to Assistant Store Manager following a 6-month training program.
- This position is designed and intended to be performed in Bow, NH.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervisory responsibilities such as scheduling, run the store in the absence of the Store Manager, and ensure that all employees are following Company policies, procedures, personnel and safety rules.
- Maintain a high level of housekeeping and maintenance throughout the store, warehouse, pole buildings, equipment, vehicles, and grounds.
- Keep facilities secure making sure all security and safety systems are in order.
- Coordinate displays to coincide with advertising for sales efficiency taking into consideration season products and traffic.
- Shop competitors for price structuring, and test market new products.
- Place order for product according to Company policies and procedures using appropriate forms.
- Maintain inventories at desired levels for maximum turnover and profitability.
- Supervise the taking of monthly feed and recurring non-feed cycle counts.
- Maintain security over daily cash and bank deposits and prepare the preparation of the daily cash report.
EDUCATION:
- Associate's degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1 or more years of experience in a retail management preferred.
- Working knowledge or desire to learn areas such as lawn and garden, agriculture and animals (pets and livestock).
- Demonstrated customer service skills and ability to multitask.
- Experienced with handling cash and credit card receipts.
