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Store Manager

AlphaGraphics - US715

Store Manager

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Description

    Company Overview

    AlphaGraphics is a locally owned printing and marketing communications company seeking a career-orientated general manager to oversee our business center; including customer service, sales, design, and production. If you are process-oriented a self-directed leader who inspires loyalty, commitment, trust, and motivation among your team and customers, please apply to join our client-first staff today!

    Get great perks.

    Bonus plan, Full-time hours/shifts, and generous paid time off

    Compensation is based on qualifications and experience. The company reserves the right to pay more or less.

    Medical and Dental benefits package

    Store discount and more perks (discounts on mobile plans and other retailers, etc.)

    Qualifications

    Essential skills and experience:

    3+ years leading a sales team in a retail or service environment

    Experience leading a team in a customer-centric, solutions-based environment

    Experience with Quickbooks is a must

    Must be able to engage and speak to customers and understand their needs

    High School or equivalent (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)

    Ability to lift/move materials in the 10-50 pound range, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously

    Preferred Skills And Experience

    Experience using financial metrics to track sales progress to drive profitable sales and margins

    Ability to network and engage with the community

    Responsibilities:

    Implements the vision and business plan of the Franchisee on a day-to-day basis

    Oversees and manages the overall day-to-day operations of the business

    Maintaining the books for the business in Quickbooks - Book keeping experience in Quickbooks is a must

    Implements principles of lean manufacturing and workflow processes along with other policies, procedures, and goals

    Maintains strong relationships with vendors and coordinates purchasing efforts to ensure adequate paper, toner, and other materials are in inventory to complete jobs on time and Manage inventories at the Store.

    Knows and understands the capabilities of the print and bindery equipment and uses this knowledge to efficiently schedule production

    Maintains relationships with trade printers and binderies and manages sublet vendors as required

    Provides support to the outside and inside sales team; serves as a liaison between sales and operations ensuring on-time delivery of products and services

    Maintains financial book keeping for the business

    Assists in the development and execution of marketing campaigns to promote the brand and the center

    Coordinates activities of departments such as operations, production, and sales to affect operational efficiency and economy

    Creates an environment that motivates the team to increase sales while focusing on quality and customer service

    Hires, trains, and develops personnel

    Requirements:

    Must be very structured and process-oriented

    Nice to have experience operating digital printers, wide format, and bindery equipment

    Nice to have experience operating print softwares such as PrintSmith from EFI

    Must be able to implement policies and procedures

    College degree preferred

    Proficient in Microsoft Office and quickbooks

    Above average in computer systems including Macintosh and/or PC computers

    Prefer prior experience in managing a print store, Print Solutions Store or others

    Experience with direct mail and variable data projects is preferred

    Must be able to effectively communicate internally through verbal and written communications.

    5-10 years of print industry management experience preferred

    This is a great opportunity and a chance to be part of a 50-year-old brand on the cutting edge of technology. If you wake up thinking process and improvement, we’d love to speak with you! If you are intrigued by this opportunity please apply today and begin the first step to see if you might be the newest member of our AlphaGraphics team!

    *AlphaGraphics centers (locations) are independently owned and operated. The posted positions are offered by individual franchisees who interview, hire, manage and pay the employees hired for positions in a specific local location (center) through their specific business.