Store Manager – Washington DC

TITLE: Store Manager – Washington DC

REPORTS TO: Regional Manager

ABOUT US: Blu Dot (www.bludot.com), an award-winning designer and maker of modern home furnishings, is currently searching for a Store Manager to join our dynamic and values-driven company.

Company Purpose

Inspire a more creative way of living through good design that's good to everyone.

Core Values

- Good design is good. Good design should be reflected in everything we do.

- Keep it simple. Strive for economy in all that you do.

- Everyone is invited to our party. Treat every individual with respect & dignity.

- Our glass is half full. Focus on the positive.

- Be humble. We take nothing for granted.

- Turn it up to 11. Determine what is expected and do a little more.

- Stay curious. Try, learn, improve, repeat.

POSITION FUNCTION: To achieve monthly sales goals and provide exceptional service to all visitors of the Blu Dot store in Washinton DC. Perform and supervise all activities to meet sales, service, merchandise presentation/design excellence, and control expenses as directed by Blu Dot. Further the awareness and reputation of the Blu Dot Brand as an American Design Studio. Create a compelling shopping experience for all.

QUALIFICATIONS: Passion for, and a background in design, architecture, or design-based retail preferred. Associate, B.S., or B.A. degree or equivalent experience. 3-5 years of retail management experience and a successful track record of generating revenue, developing ongoing customer relationships, and managing a budget is required. The ability to effectively communicate, multitask, maintain organization, make timely decisions, and prioritize is a necessity. Experience in leading and directing a professional and successful team.

COMPENSATION: In addition to your base salary, you are eligible for quarterly bonuses for meeting established budgeted sales goals for the Washinton DC Store location. Your annual bonus potential is 30% of your base salary.

WORK PERFORMED:

Sales, Marketing and Merchandising:

• Represent and expand the customer's connection to the Blu Dot brand through a personable and professional demeanor
• Develop and maintain relationships with all customer cohorts
• Meet monthly sales goals and maximize profitability
• Use product information and design knowledge to demonstrate merchandise features and benefits
• Suggest additional items based on assessment of customer's needs
• See sales through to completion and follow up with the customer as necessary
• Communicate accurate pricing, delivery expectations and tracking information
• Enter customer orders according to company policy and procedures
• Actively prospect and cultivate new customers and to the trade client base
• Implement and maintain visual merchandising standards of the showroom
• Maintain supply of sales & marketing materials and distribute effectively to customers
• Create and maintain accurate customer email database for communicating sales, promotions, and events
• Help with marketing functions such as sales, advertising, direct mailing, quarterly trade events, Open Studio, and other special projects as directed by Blu Dot.
• Partner with the Market Development Manager (if applicable) to drive traffic and activate the store space.

Customer Service:

• Train and empower your team to make the best decisions for the customer while maintaining company policies
• Respond to all incoming emails and phone calls within 24 hours
• Communicate an in-depth working knowledge of product construction and care to customers
• Provide outstanding customer service by handling all merchandise returns and customer issues in a positive and expeditious manner
• Utilize problem-solving skills to swiftly determine the best solution to service issues while remaining mindful of co