Retail Store Manager

<strong>We are seeking OPTIMISTIC, FUNNY, and PASSIONATE SUGAR LOVERS to join our TEAM!&nbsp;</strong><br /><br />Be a part an ultra-chic, super sweet candy-land adventure of make believe come true for the stylish, the young, and young-at-heart.

Washington, DC

IT'SUGAR

<p style="margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;">IT&rsquo;SUGAR was founded to create an environment that fosters the greatest feeling of happiness and humor; that allows you to smile and laugh out loud without judgment. Expanding rapidly, with over 100 locations nationwide, IT&rsquo;SUGAR aspires to a future where everyone has access to the pure joy that comes from indulging in a world with fewer rules and more sugar.</p> <p style="margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;">There are three major things that differentiate IT&rsquo;SUGAR from other candy retailers. One is the product &ndash; an unconventional twist on traditional candy store goods that focus on the humorous and outlandish. Second is the ambiance &ndash;full of bright colors, loud music and &nbsp;lighthearted rebellion. Third is the people - passionate, optimistic, and energetic.</p> https://itsugar.com/

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Management

Competitive

Overview: <p>We are seeking<strong> OPTIMISTIC, FUNNY, and PASSIONATE SUGAR LOVERS </strong>to join our<strong>&nbsp;7th Street Chinatown team!&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong><br /></strong><strong>Who we are!</strong></p> <p>IT&rsquo;SUGAR was founded to create an environment that fosters the greatest feeling of happiness and humor; that allows you to smile and laugh out loud without judgement. Expanding rapidly, with over 100 locations nationwide, IT&rsquo;SUGAR aspires to a future where everyone has access to the pure joy that comes from indulging in a world with fewer rules and more sugar.</p> <p>There are three major things that differentiate IT&rsquo;SUGAR from other candy retailers. One is the product &ndash; an unconventional twist on traditional candy store goods that focus on the humorous and outlandish. Second is the ambiance &ndash; full of bright colors, loud music, and lighthearted rebellion. Third is the people &ndash; passionate, optimistic, and energetic.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>** IT"SUGAR is a Drug-Free Workplace **</strong></p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Set store standards including but not limited to sales performance, profitability, associate conduct, operational standards, asset management team, merchandise and housekeeping standards</li> <li>Create outstanding customer relations and influence all staff members to do the same; assist in the direction of company outreach and community relations; serve as the store&rsquo;s chief ambassador and be completely identified with the name IT&rsquo;SUGAR</li> <li>Hire and train store associates. Supervise and develop staff to achieve the highest levels of personal performance with decreasing levels of direct supervision; to train staff and coordinate efforts to achieve goals</li> <li>Possess and share a high level of product knowledge; effectively demonstrate products; assess product performance and communicate opportunities to appropriate business partners, i.e.: buyers, planners</li> <li>Thoroughly understand and dissect store Profit and Loss Statements to identify opportunities, establish or enhance controls, adhere to budgets and increase store profitability</li> <li>Conduct all business in a thoroughly honest and dependable manner, including but not limited to all register functions, inventory and inventory control, special orders, price changes and handling customer sends</li> <li>Achieve targeted performance results</li> <li>Keep up with store visit checklist requirements</li> <li>Meet paperwork submission expectations (payroll, daily sales, new hire</li> </ul>
Requirements: <strong>Candidate Qualifications:</strong><br /><br /> <ul> <li>Have a minimum of&nbsp;<em><strong>4+ years retail sales/customer service experience with at least 2+ yrs in retail management (as an Asst. Store Manager or Store Manager)</strong></em>&nbsp;;</li> <li>Previous operations, personnel, and visual merchandise experience is a MUST;</li> <li>Flexible schedule (which may include nights, weekends, and holidays);</li> <li>Possess prior experience overseeing store opening and closing procedures;</li> <li>Exhibit Strong team-building/leadership ability and a willingness to lead by example;</li> <li>Have proven track record of reliability and the ability to work BOTH independently and as a team;</li> <li>Excellent communication skills;</li> <li>Have a naturally energetic, bubbly &amp; outgoing personality;</li> <li>Demonstrate a personally-driven attitude, excellent customer service/sales skills, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service to every customer, while also driving product sales and promotions personally and staff-wide;</li> <li>Be able to lift up to 30 lbs;</li> </ul> <p>We offer a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, and accrued sick time &amp; personal time off.</p> <p>&nbsp;<strong>For more information:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><em>Visit our Website:</em></strong>&nbsp;www.itsugar.com</li> <li><strong><em>Visit us on Facebook:</em></strong>&nbsp;www.facebook.com/itsugar</li> <li><strong><em>Visit us on Twitter:</em></strong>&nbsp;www.twitter.com/itsugar</li> </ul> <p>Job Type: Full-time</p>