Regional Manager - Buddy's Home Furnishings - MacDonald Realty Group : Job Details

Position SummaryThe Regional Manager is accountable for overseeing the operation of all stores in the assigned region. The RM directs a group of General Managers to ensure that each store operates within policies and procedures established by the company and seizes every opportunity to improve rental revenues and controls cost of operations. The overall continuing challenge of the Regional Manager is to raise interest and awareness of the factors that cause a store to be successful and secondly to ensure that this knowledge is applied to the daily operations of each store.Principal Responsibilities•Recruits, selects, and trains a group of General Managers capable of accomplishing operating objectives•Establishes a professional working environment that encourages individual commitment to achieving the company mission•Directs the operations of all assigned stores through the General Manager, to meet projected performance goals set by senior management•Understands, enforces, and provides assistance in associate development•Monitors performance and conduct of personnel in assigned stores, takes corrective action when needed•Oversees merchandise for stores to ensure inventory is properly stocked•Recommends accurate annual store budgets in a timely manner, always keeping operations supplied with projection information as requested in advance•Monitors all store locations, vehicles, and equipment to ensure all are organized, clean, and maintained properly for safe operation•Turns in quarterly Store Audits to include a completed serialized inventory for each store•All other duties deemed necessary for effective region managementRequirements for Regional ManagerEffective organizational skillsEstablished selling skillsGood communication skillsHandle multiple priorities simultaneouslyLearn and become proficient in POS systemMaintain professional appearanceMust be able to examine, analyze and evaluate store operationsMust be able to read, write and communicate effectively in person and over the phone with employees and customersMust implement sales and marketing campaignsMust understand financial statementsNegotiate and resolve conflictPlan, organize, delegate, coordinate and follow up various tasks and assignmentsRecognize and solve problemsMust have proficient navigational skills with a satisfactory driving record and meet insurability requirementsRegular and consistent attendance, including nights and weekends as business dictatesEducation and ExperienceAny combination of education and experience providing the necessary skills and knowledge are acceptable. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:- Bachelor's degree with course work in business, accounting, marketing or management.- Five years' experience in retail or other business emphasizing sales, customer service, account management or merchandising.General Physical RequirementsPosition routinely requires lifting, loading, moving, and using a dolly for merchandise 50-300 poundsStooping, bending, pulling, climbing, reaching and grabbing as required.Prolonged driving and standingMust be able to work in and outdoors in a variety of climates and weather conditions.