Market Manager

Market Manager

A Market Manager at Bell Nursery is responsible for overseeing the sales and operations of multiple garden centers within a defined client market, typically including Seasonal Service Stores. They are directly responsible for the control of all expenses, personnel, visual merchandising, and business partner relationships. As the leader in their market, the Market Manager is the center of communication between Bell Nursery and our client. The Market Manager reports to the Director of Retail Operations.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment and hiring exceptional talent to meet staffing needs
• Ensure exceptional standards of communication are maintained between Bell Nursery and our client. This includes frequent communication with in-line management as well as client store and district counterparts.
• Train and coach staff in the execution of daily tasks.
• Oversee all visual merchandising within the district including but not limited to pricing, POG compliance, product quality, inventory levels, and featuring of ad items.
• Recognize opportunities to maximize sales and coordinate sales promotional activities.
• Supervision of District Managers, Area Managers, Store Supervisors, and merchandising staff in accordance with Company policies.
• Proactively identify and address issues that affect the Garden Centers service, efficiency, and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with all Company safety programs by driving a culture of safety.
• Ensure stores have proper product mix and appropriate inventory levels to achieve sales goals as directed by leadership.
• Ensure proper and timely execution of all inventory-related transactions within the district.

Skills and Competencies

Requirements

3+ years of retail management experience preferred. 5+ years of management experience preferred. Ability to manage multiple sites and the employees in those various sites. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, motivation, organization, and ability to follow-through with assigned tasks and goals.