Now Hiring - RETAIL SALES AND MERCHANDISING MANAGER in Chicago, IL

MICRO CENTER is the nation’s leading computer and electronic device big box retailer! Our technology superstore has an industry-leading 40,000+ selection of premier computer products and the most knowledgeable staff in the business.

We are currently seeking a self-motivated, hard-working RETAIL SALES AND MERCHANDISING MANAGER. This is a senior level role within one of our high-volume stores. If you have a passion for computers & electronics, Micro Center is the place for you! It is Micro Center’s core promise to take care of our associates and customers.

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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain orderly operation and safety of all areas of responsibility; ensure that sales policies and procedures are being properly carried out at the store level
• Through sales floor leadership, ensure all customer issues are resolved in a timely manner and in alignment with company policy
• Consistently achieve customer satisfaction, sales, productivity, payroll and expense goals
• Ensure the execution of ad set and visual merchandising standards
• Provide regular coaching and feedback to supervisors and ensure sales goals and results are communicated to all associates throughout the store
• Review P&L statements with the General Manager on a monthly basis to identify areas of concern; recommend and implement sales improvement plans
• Participate in and lead open and close procedures
• Serve as manager-in-charge during absence of General Manager or other store managers
• Manage all freight flow and merchandise processing, including regular cycle counts and tracking of company assets through inventory control
• Manage staffing, orientation and training to ensure competent supervisors and associates are hired, trained and scheduled to properly service our customers
• Develop and coach supervisors and sales associates in all departments in the areas of product knowledge, solution selling, standard operating procedures and customer satisfaction
• Ensure human resource issues are handled in accordance with guidelines; partner with Regional HR Manager and Store Manager when needed
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Two or more years of experience with a major big box retailer in a high-volume, 30,000+ square-foot store, preferably in a commissioned sales environment or within the consumer electronics industry
• A college degree is preferred
• Previous experience in all aspects of retail management: driving sales, merchandising, operations, freight flow and customer service
• Experience in human resources functions and capable of hiring, retaining and coaching qualified employees
• Ability to execute corporate initiatives and analyze the competition
• Physical requirements: lift up to 50 lbs., stand for prolonged periods of time
• Shifts include hours before and after the store is open to the public and may also include mornings, nights, weekends and holidays

BENEFITS & OTHER INFORMATION:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Regular Full-Time Associates
• Employee Discount that includes a Friends & Family Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement & Education Discounts
• Paid Time Off
• 401K with company match
• Esteemed Vendor & Company Job Training

Micro Center is a place where your future success and growth are truly a result of your own efforts and achievements. Our teams are made up of motivated individuals who work hard to advance their careers. Join our team and see how hard work, loyalty, competitive spirit and unwavering commitment to the customer can take you and your career to new places.

Micro Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.