Now Hiring - Corporate Retail Sales Manager 31705 in Little Rock, AR

Corporate Retail Sales Manager (advertised as ADPHT Specialty Operations Manager)

Position #: [please apply online]5

Salary: $40,340

Grade: GS07

Requisition: 31705

Location: Parks Operations Division, Little Rock, AR

Closing date: 08/04/2023

The Corporate Retail Sales Manager is responsible for developing and managing an overall buying/sales plan and strategy for a portfolio of revenue producing facilities and will work closely with all state park operational units to develop and execute small and large group activities. Job duties include:

· Developing and maintaining a standard list of merchandise for resale.

· Develop, implement, and maintain a gift card program.

· Develop and maintain retail pricing to maximize revenue and minimize cost of sales.

· Develop a logo brand standard policy.

· Create and release visual merchandising standards and practices to include approving artwork meets established brand standards.

· Collaborate with ADPHT Communications section on the development of a consistent identifier (logo) unique to each park.

· Develop, create, implement, and monitor an Arkansas State Parks online store.

· Support the development of a loyalty program for revenue channels within the State Parks division.

· Collaborate with each park’s resale buyer to coordinate product selections and offerings.

· Collaborate with each park on budget, inventory, and distribution of resale merchandise.

· Analyze sales and revenue reports, forecast sales and revenue, prepare reports on sales and revenue for both internal and external stakeholders.

· Maintain and Monitor POS systems at each location.

· Conduct training for park staff regarding inventory and merchandise management.

· Assist in the inventory management of Club 52 merchandise.

· Meeting with distributors, suppliers, and vendors to review product offerings.

· Address guest or vendor inquiries, questions or needs. Respond to complaints regarding merchandise.

· Conduct visits and inspections of the gift shops, resolving issues as they arise.

· Attend appropriate and applicable trade shows for new merchandise offerings.

· Make presentations to the public, civic groups, and other stakeholders as necessary.

· Develop and maintain connections to related industry business partners and stakeholders.

· Keep records, write summaries and complete operational reports for marketing/sales figures on history, forecasts and budget. Provide to management as required.

· Prepare inventory reports and forecast sales for inventory management.

· Create, process and file reports and correspondence as needed.

· Always volunteer and willingly accept work outside these parameters to propel the agenda of the team and to the benefit of the agency.

· Demonstrate the desire to effectively communicate with all partners and stakeholders both internal and external.

Advanced communication and computer skills required. Must be able to work a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays. Frequent travel is required. Must have a valid driver’s license; a driving record check will be performed. A criminal background check is also required.

This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and retirement pension.

Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, business administration or a related field; plus three years of experience in marketing and sales, public relations or a related area. Experience may be a substitute for education. Experience working with a central reservation system preferred. Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.

EOE/AA/ADA Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Applications accepted online ONLY: [please apply online] Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,340.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person