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RETAIL STORE MANAGER
JOB SUMMARY:
Hog Slat, Incorporated, the world’s leading provider of parts, equipment and turn-key construction to the swine & poultry industries is seeking a Retail Store Manager with previous poultry industry experience and excellent customer service skills to join the team at our Ozark, AL retail location.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee the day-to-day operations of a retail store specializing in equipment and replacement parts
Analyze the local market to determine potential customer leads
Direct turnkey building projects to area turnkey sales people
Maintain current customer base by providing superb service
Assist with daily sales functions like counter sales and phone orders
Organize shipments of merchandise not only to customers but also from the distribution center and other Company retail locations
Develop and carry-out product launches and promotions for your retail
Manage and train store employees to ensure that they are productive members of Georgia Poultry Equipment Co.
Manage Inventory
Take advantage of training opportunities offered by the Company and by our vendors
Continually upgrade industry knowledge
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
Ideal candidate will have knowledge of the farming industry
Knowledge of parts and equipment used in modern hog/poultry operations is strongly preferred
Previous customer service experience is strongly preferred
Qualified candidates will be able to demonstrate a mechanical aptitude
Must be able to lift and move 50 lbs.
Must be willing and able to obtain fork lift certification and use a fork lift regularly
Understanding of the use of E-Mail and Microsoft Office products in daily tasks
Previous experience managing in a dynamic customer service environment
Must have the ability to delegate and hold others responsible for daily tasks
Ability to quickly learn inventory management software
Must possess a valid driver license
PREFER at least 1 year working in a modern hog/poultry farming operation
Hog Slat Inc.
is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age disability, veteran status or any other reason prohibited under Federal State or local laws.
All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.