JEWELRY/STORE MANAGER (Finance)
Position Summary:
Serve as the primary supervisor for entire location. Maximize the financial performance of the store; achieve growth and sales targets by successfully managing, training and motivating the sales team. Create an emotional connection between Fred Meyer Jewelers and customers through engagement and communication during every shopping occasion in store and online. Fred Meyer also requires that all associates perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the companys core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer Jewelers merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we're proudly serving Fred Meyer Jewelers customers in over 120 store locations throughout the United States.
Because Fred Meyer Jewelers is one of the largest and fastest growing jewelers in America, your career path, which can take you where you want to go. Whether your interest is to be a Sales Professional in the Northeast, a Store Manager in the Midwest or a Regional Supervisor in the Sun Belt ... chances are Fred Meyer Jewelers is there with exciting career opportunities for you.
Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.
Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Fred Meyer Jewelers family!
- Desired Previous Job Experience:
- Knowledge of Fred Meyer Jewelers policies, procedures, and organizational structure
- 2 years management experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, First Place, Act, intranet/internet systems
- Experience directing /participating on project teams
- Bachelors degree in business or related field, plus a minimum of 6 months of experience as a Fred Meyer Jewelers assistant manager
- 2 years of retail jewelry experience; or combination of relevant education and experience
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Ability to pass drug test
- Maintain confidentiality
- Accuracy/attention to detail
- Ability to organize/prioritize a variety of tasks/projects
- Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes
- Ability to continue education, as necessary
- Valid driver's license
- Diamond Council of America (DCA) courses completed within a year from being hired to this position
- Essential Job Functions:
- Model Customer 1st behavior; deliver and encourage other associates to deliver excellent customer service
- Achieve growth and sales targets by successfully managing the store sales team
- Maintain profitability of location through sales and proper shrink and expense control
- Interview, hire and recruit in the community to maintain pool of highly qualified candidates
- Onboard, train and oversee development of store associates; know current talent and prepare talent for advancement and growth
- Achieve store targets that drive sales (e.g., credit applications, protection plans and Diamond Design Parties)
- Conduct monthly staff meetings as well as weekly and monthly touch bases with each associate
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports; hold team responsible and accountable for results
- Coordinate the operations functions of location
- Plan, organize, and supervise inventory process
- Display merchandise and promotional materials in accordance with corporate merchandising plans; responsible for maintenance of store fixtures
- Write store schedule to meet the needs of the business
- Verify proper service is delivered to customers by the goldsmith and watchmaker
- Verify that price changes, recalls, and stock balance are up-to-date
- Communicate current market trends and competitors activities to associates
- Partner with the host store when located inside of a Kroger Marketplace format store
- Maintain flexibility to work any shift and holidays
- Travel to off-site training events as well as division or regional meetings
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
