Overview
People inspire everything we do at Room & Board. From our foundation of trust, we’ve built a culture rooted in meaningful work, respect and holistic well-being. We do the right thing while doing great work helping our customers create homes and spaces they love. Our difference is designed for your success. Discover a career designed to be different.
We are looking for a strategic and people-first retail leader to join our team as the Store Manager for the Atlanta showroom. In this role, you will oversee our 22,000 sq. ft. showroom, nestled in the vibrant Westside Provisions district. The 2-story showroom features inspirational room settings and home décor, as well as free in-store design services.
As the Store Manager, also referred to as the Retail Market Manager within our organization, you will lead a market that generates over $9 million annually. You will inspire and motivate a dedicated team comprising of one leader and eight skilled and diverse professionals in design/sales, and merchandising. Together, you will work collaboratively to help customers transform their homes and spaces into places they truly love.
How you'll share your talents as a Retail Store Manager:
You'll take full responsibility for creating an exceptional omni-channel customer experience that ensures the success of the Atlanta market, empowering you to make strategic decisions and implement innovative solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of your customers and team.
- You’ll bring a passion for retail and a love for home with an understanding of the Atlanta customer.
- You’ll build, lead and inspire a team of high performing, career-minded professionals who find fulfillment in building relationships with customers by providing the best design solutions for their homes.
- You will ensure your team is confident in solution-based selling and feel empowered to make decisions in the best interest of the customer. As the Store Manager, you’ll foster a culture of collaboration within our non-commissioned sales environment.
- You embrace Room & Board’s design aesthetic and are excited about leading a showroom that represents our products in a meaningful way.
- You’ll have a deep commitment to building relationships and embrace your role as a leader of others. Our Store Managers create an environment consistent with our Guiding Principles:Our purpose is people. Respect and relationships guide us every day. We take accountability and find meaning in our work. Transparency and curiosity help us make good decisions. Our collaborative and innovative spirit leaves little room for bureaucracy. We believe in each other.
- You’ll take great pride in recognizing that your success is intricately tied to the achievements of your team, as well as your partners and peers.
The qualifications and experiences we're seeking in a Retail Store Manager:
Given the scope and autonomy of this retail store manager role, we are seeking a strategic-minded leader who is passionate about retail, leading teams and delivery exceptional customer service. You'll bring a minimum of 10 years leadership experience and a proven track record of inspiring high-performing teams in customer-centric, high-sales environments.
Additionally, you will bring your demonstrated retail / store leadership experience to successfully:
- Communicate your support, excitement and vision for the future. You build trust with your team, allowing you to build momentum and gain the team’s commitment to move toward something new or unknown.
- Accountable for results, driving progress with a clear vision and optimistic attitude while measuring success across financial, operational, and people-focused metrics.
- Take ownership of your work, inspiring creativity and autonomy in your team, and persistently overcoming obstacles through calculated risks and collaborative progress reviews.
- Communicate effectively by reflecting your own style while adapting to the needs of indivdiuals and audiences
- Foster open, honest, and timely communication that contributes to your success and cultivates a reputation for approachability.
- Drive the financial success of the Atlanta market with accountability for market sales, including revenue generated in the store, online, through our Customer Care and commercial Room and Board for Business channels.
- Lead, inspire, and develop the Atlanta showroom team to continually grow in their confidence and contributions.
- Oversee showroom merchandising to meet the needs of the Atlanta customer base.
- Create and host meaningful store events or event sponsorships that provide opportunities for us to strengthen relationships with existing customers and reach new customers.
- Bring an openness to innovate ways of working, including using new technologies, as we keep pace with the changing needs of our customers and business operations.
- Cultivate meaningful relationships grounded in mutual respect throughout the organization to enhance your effectiveness as both a leader and a valuable contributor to our collective success.
Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, with Sundays and Mondays off. We aim to provide our leaders with a consistent and reliable schedule, though rotation and hours may vary to accommodate the needs of the business.
Location:
1170 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 110Atlanta, Georgia 30318
Showroom hours: Monday-Friday 11am-7pm; Saturday: 10am-6pm and Sunday 11am-6pm
Note: This role is fully on-site, with an average commitment of 45 hours per week.
What you'll find working here:
- You'll discover that we do retail differently. We're rooted in philosophies, not rules, so you are empowered to make decisions and do what is right.
- You'll join a collaborative environment where meaningful relationships and partnerships matter.
- You'll surround yourself with beautifully designed and sustainable furniture and home accessories.
- Salary: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 / yr. (Salary* depending on scope of experiences/qualifications; salary listed includes annual bonus)
- You'll find our progressive benefits go beyond the basics of health insurance and vacation to support you physically, emotionally and financially. To view our current benefit offering, please visit: www.roomandboard.com/careers/benefits-wellbeing.ftl.
Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled; there is no specified deadline.
Room & Board is a modern furniture and home decor retailer committed to creating beautiful, well-made products while providing exceptional customer service. Our mission is to help people create homes they love through timeless designs, sustainable practices, and a focus on quality craftsmanship. Visit https://www.roomandboard.com/about-us to learn more.
Room & Board is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or staff member on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants and staff members based on any protected category, characteristic or status. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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