Campus Spirit Store Manager

Home / Jobs / Campus Spirit Store Manager All Open Positions Share Campus Spirit Store Manager Staff (Full Time) Date Posted April 17, 2025 Office Bookstore Applications by: Location Main Campus - West St. Louis County Position Information Missouri Baptist University is looking to hire a Spirit Store Manager . This is a full-time position. Under the supervision of the Vice President for Business Affairs, the Spirit Store Manager oversees the daily operations, financial performance, and customer experience of the campus spirit store, ensuring effective inventory management, vendor coordinator, marketing, and student staff supervision to support institutional engagement, revenue goals and distinctive brand.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Oversee daily store operations, including merchandising, customer service, cash handling, and compliance with institutional policies and procedures; monitor sales performance and implement strategies to meet revenue goals Manage inventory lifecycle including purchasing, receiving, tracking, reconciliation, and stock optimization; minimize shrinkage and maintain accurate inventory records. Develop and execute marketing strategies and promotional campaigns; collaborate with campus partners to increase engagement and drive sales through events and outreach Establish and manage vendor relationships, including negotiating pricing and terms; research, select, and price merchandise aligned with institutional branding and customer demand. Work with University colleagues to create items tied to campus traditions, athletics, special themes and alumni engagement. Develop and manage the store budget; track revenues and expenses; analyze financial performance and adjust purchasing and pricing strategies accordingly Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and supervise student employees; provide coaching, performance feedback, and ensure effective staffing coverage Minimum Requirements/Certifications/Licensure Bachelor's degree in public or business, retail management, marketing or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 2 years or retail, operations, or related management experience. Experience with budgeting, inventory management, and staff supervision. Preferred Education/experience 3 - 5 years of retail or bookstore/spirit store management experience. Experience in higher education or campus retail environment. Experience with POS and inventory management systems. Marketing or merchandising experience. How to Apply Applicants should electronically submit the following items to Heidi Moore, Human Resources Cordinator (heidi.moore@mobap.edu). Cover letter expressing interest in the position, highlighting experience relevant to the role. Current resume Statement of Faith which articulates your personal relationship with Jesus Christ, active participation in a local church and a commitment to perform duties consistent with and not contrary to the University's statement of faith which is the Baptist Faith and Message 2000. All Positions