Store Manager (Kirkland) Ayoub's Dried Fruits and Nuts Kirkland, WA Job Details Full-time $52,000 - $60,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Customer communication Merchandising Team development Sales conversion rate (success metric) Recruiting Retail management Full Job Description Job Overview Ayoub's Dried Fruits & Nuts is a specialty food retailer known for premium dried fruits, freshly roasted nuts, chocolates, snacks and gifts. We are excited to be opening our first location in the United States and are looking for a Store Manager who can help bring the Ayoub's experience to a new community. This is more than managing the day-to-day operation of a store. You will help build the first U.S. team, introduce customers to our products and create the warm, welcoming environment Ayoub's is known for. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with people. Our ideal manager is friendly, confident and hands-on. They are comfortable jumping in to help the team, connecting with customers and taking responsibility when something needs attention. Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of Ayoub's first U.S. location
• Build a positive and welcoming environment for customers and employees
• Lead by example and work alongside the team
• Help the store achieve its weekly sales goals
• Get to know our customers and build lasting relationships
• Learn our products and help customers find items they will love
• Hire, train, coach and support store employees
• Set clear expectations and provide helpful, respectful feedback
• Prepare schedules and make sure the store has the coverage it needs
• Keep the team informed about promotions, products and company updates
• Make sure the store is clean, organized, well stocked and ready for customers
• Oversee merchandising and product displays
• Monitor inventory and communicate shortages, discrepancies or quality concerns
• Oversee receiving, stocking, transfers and inventory organization
• Make sure product handling, rotation and cleaning procedures are followed
• Oversee opening, closing, cash handling and cash-out procedures
• Review cash shortages, overages and transaction concerns
• Respond to customer concerns with care and good judgment
• Make sure company procedures and store standards are followed
• Address staffing, maintenance, safety and operational concerns promptly
• Report workplace injuries, incidents and hazards immediately
• Maintain required store records and reports
• Communicate regularly with Head Office
• Take ownership of the store and its results Apply If
• You have experience managing or supervising a retail team
• You have a strong background in customer service and sales
• You enjoy coaching people and helping them grow
• You are excited to help open and grow Ayoub's first U.S. store
• You are friendly, outgoing and comfortable starting conversations
• You communicate clearly and respectfully
• You are organized, dependable and comfortable taking initiative
• You stay calm and make thoughtful decisions when challenges come up
• You are comfortable setting expectations and holding people accountable
• You are willing to work alongside your team and help wherever needed
• You take pride in creating a clean, welcoming and well-run store
• You are excited to learn about our products and share them with customers

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$52,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount

Experience:

manager: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person