Store Manager in Training - 10020 Lima Rd., Fort Wayne, IN, 46818 (414)

Description

Store Manager in Training – Cap N Cork

For more than 111 years, Cap N Cork has proudly served Indiana, earning a reputation for an incredible selection of beer, wine, and spirits and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

When customers walk into a Cap N Cork store, we want them to be surprised—and amazed—by our selection, our product knowledge, and our team's willingness to go above and beyond. We take pride in the history and culture of responsible beverage enjoyment, and we strive to create an outstanding shopping experience with every visit.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for experienced Retail Store Managers who are passionate about developing people, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and driving outstanding business results.

As a Store Manager, you'll lead all aspects of store operations, including team development, sales performance, merchandising, inventory management, operational execution, and regulatory compliance. You'll build a positive, high-performing culture while ensuring your store consistently delivers the level of service and execution our customers have come to expect.

If you're an accomplished retail leader looking for an exciting opportunity with a respected, growing company in a unique retail industry, we'd love to hear from you.

Summary:

Store Manager in Training is an opportunity to prepare a qualified, dedicated candidate to further learn how to manage operations and activities of a store and staff. Your goal for the first few months of the job will be to learn the beer, wine, and spirits industry and apply your retail management experience to help us achieve even better results.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of Retail Store Management experience.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members
• Superior communication skills
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Desire and ability to create welcoming and positive work environment for Team Members
• Past success with coaching, training, and leading a retail employee staff
• Patience and open mind to learning a new aspect of the retail industry
• Advanced math, utilizing decimals & money counting skills
• Professional appearance and a friendly, approachable demeanor
• Collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information
• Strong attention to detail
• Process customer purchases, perform general cleaning duties, stocks shelves and merchandise displays neatly
• Comply with all established company policies and procedures while upholding the security and confidentiality of documents and data

Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks which may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Coordination of store activities in a manner to maximizes sales, profits, and customer satisfaction.
• Interviewing, selection, hiring, and training of all hourly associates.
• Maintains highest level of customer service by ensuring service standards are high and minimal complaints are quickly resolved.
• Supervision of freight process to ensure compliance to company guidelines and productivity standards.
• Maintaining interior and exterior store standards; ensures merchandise presentation is in accordance with company direction.
• Management and supervision of office functions, payroll, and controllable expenses.
• Development and implementation of creative plans to increase store sales while minimizing loses.
• Maintains communication with District Managers to stay abreast of company initiatives.
• Provide human resource management, including but not limited to staffing plans, performance evaluations, and training & development.
• Preparation of all necessary reports and paperwork.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by your District Manager.

Travel:

• Minimal travel is expected for this position

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Ability to maintain an Indiana State Employee Liquor Permit
• Ability to maintain an Indiana State Approved Server Training Certification

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly needed to stand, bend, reach, push, pull, lift, carry and walk about the store
• Ability to move less than 10 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally, using a dolly when needed to ensure safety
• Ability to be on your feet the majority of the work shift.
• Must be able to perform duties without supervision

Eligible Employee Benefits:

• Competitive salary - based on experience and education
• Bi-weekly pay
• Annual bonus - based on your store's performance
• Quality, comprehensive paid training
• Store-to-Store Travel Mileage Reimbursement
• 401k with company percentage match
• Access to HSA
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Maternity Pay
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, & life insurance

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.