District Manager - Rural King : Job Details

JOB SUMMARYThe District Manager oversees multiple store locations' operations of the fastest growing farm & home retailer in the Midwest.The primary role of the District Manager is to direct the Store Managers in building revenue by equipping the stores' teams in product knowledge, understanding of the day-to-day store operations, customer service, compliance, and merchandising. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to drive profit and identify and grow talent. JOB DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSLead the operation of multiple locations, including analyzing business objectives, setting the vision for the district, leading the Store Managers, and promoting a customer-focused environmentDrive the overall financial performance of the district by analyzing financial reports and effectively communicating them with the team Provide direction to strategically build revenue and meet sales goals for the districtInitiate and lead company initiatives and ensure stores are meeting compliance standardsMeasure outcomes to ensure desired results and hold the team accountableUnderstand deficiencies in the district and work through the teams to overcome obstaclesMaximize inventory, cash control, and loss prevention techniquesSet the expectation and drive the execution of in stock, the stock room, and freight processingSupport the company growth by being an exporter of talent and by building talent bench strengthAssess and develop associates for new stores and for anticipated turnoverPromote opportunities to attract and retain a high-performing teamSupport Rural King's culture and core values Demonstrate effective and consistent communications and interpersonal skillsDemonstrate effective problem-solving and analytical skillsBecome an expert with standard concepts and best practices within the retail environmentEstablish and preserve a professional work atmosphere and be a role model for the teamUse general office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computerOperate Telxon gun, pallet jack, and other retail equipmentMay be required to cross train and perform other dutiesQUALIFICATIONS7+ years retail management experience2+ years multi-store retail management experience preferredAbility to relocate within the assigned districtAbility to travel from store to store on a daily basis (potentially could stay 3-4 overnights per week based on business needs) and work to support the business needs in peak and holiday timeframes Basic and moderate computer knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointAbility to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficientAbility to multi-task and coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented mannerAbility to work independently without supervisionMust meet federal requirements to qualify to obtain a Federal Firearms License (FFL) and any applicable local requirementsAbility to access and use the in-store computer, scanning system, and wireless handheld unitAbility to participate in our online applicant and new hire onboarding process remotely Ability to complete computer-based training SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESSupervise and direct Store ManagersPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSGood visual acuityAbility to lift, push, and/or pull a minimum of 30 pounds repetitively and 31-50 pounds intermittentlyAbility to stand and/or walk for long periods of timeAbility to use a ladder and/or pallet jackClose vision for computer workRepetitive wrist movements on keyboardAbility to walk up and down stairs multiple times per dayAbility to verbally communicate effectively and professionally with all audiences (in-person or via handheld transceiver)Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.