Overview About us Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves ov…
Skills: Retail Management, Business Planning, Omnichannel Sales, Leadership, Team Motivation
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Customer Service, Cash Management, Communication Skills, Active Listening, Computer Proficiency
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Customer Service, Cash Management, Communication Skills, Active Listening, Computer Proficiency
Overview About us Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves ov…
Skills: Inventory Management, Forklift Operation, Pallet Jack Operation, Purchase Order Processing, Merchandising
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Customer Service, Cash Management, Communication Skills, Active Listening, Computer Proficiency
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Inventory Management, Merchandising, Customer Service, Retail Operations, Problem Solving
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves ov…
Skills: Retail Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Merchandising, Loss Prevention
Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States · On-site
Entry level
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Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Customer Service, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Communication Skills, Material Handling
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Skills: Customer Service, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Material Handling, Communication Skills
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About Us Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves ov…
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Overview About us Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves ov…
Skills: Inventory Management, Forklift Operation, Pallet Jack Operation, Purchase Order Processing, Merchandising
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
Overview About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opport…
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Full-time
401(k) Plan, Healthcare Plans, Virtual Doctor Visits, Access To Centers Of Excellence, Associate Discount, Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
Posted 21d ago
Apply by Jul 22
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Store Manager is responsible for executing business plans to achieve sales goals and driving omnichannel growth through online and in-store engagement. They lead and develop the store team while overseeing daily operations, budget management, and overall store compliance.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 2 years of retail management experience and be proficient in computer software including Excel and Word. The role requires the ability to work a 50-hour week and meet federal requirements for a Federal Firearms License.
Full job description
Overview
About us
Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves over 150 locations across 17 states and is constantly expanding. Our annual sales exceed $2.5 Billion, and our heart beats in Mattoon, IL, home to our corporate office, distribution center, and flagship store.
One thing our customers appreciate is our unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee. It's just one way we show our appreciation for their support.
At Rural King, we value our associates and strive to create a positive, rewarding workplace. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment where dedicated individuals come together to serve rural communities passionately. Join us, and you'll find not just a job but a chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
How we reward you
401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%
Healthcare plans to support your needs
Virtual doctor visits
Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program
15% Associate Discount
Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
Associate Assistance Program
RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
24/7 Chaplaincy Services
Company paid YMCA Family Membership
Responsibilities
What You’ll do
The Store Manager is responsible for creating and executing a business plan to achieve the store’s performance goals which includes achieving sales budget, building market share, and driving omnichannel sales. The Store Manager integrates and strategically drives sales via online, print advertising, social media, mobile apps and in-store engagement. This position builds revenue by equipping the store’s team of associates in product knowledge, understanding of the day-to-day store operations, sales, safety & loss prevention, store appearance, customer service, and merchandising. This position requires strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and supervise associates.
Enhance the customer experience and drive sales by creating, planning, developing, and implementing an online and community presence through creative social media posts, store events, vendor and associate presentations, and customer trainings
Analyze online and physical store results, identify opportunities and make decisions in collaboration with others to drive sales and successful initiatives for the store
Seek knowledge of new skills, local competitor practices, and retail trends applying learnings to your store’s online and physical experience
Manage and grow BOPIS (buy online, pick up in store) sales with associates and customers
Through collaboration with the District Manager and store associates, analyze operational processes, customer trends, and business results to determine appropriate actions necessary to achieve business objectives
Teach and coach behaviors to management team and associates which enables a high performing team to consistently deliver a best-in-class customer experience
Possess the autonomy, independent judgment, and discretion in leading the team to achieve or exceed the goals and strategies of the store
Create and ensure quality execution of development plans, building associate’s capabilities, measured by success of the overall store operations in conjunction with customer and associate feedback
Build confidence and create an optimistic, rewarding and collaborative work environment in which associates are encouraged to grow to support succession and talent pipeline goals
Present information to District Manager and Store Support to inform and educate about the business, operational efficiencies, product sell through, and customer feedback
Acts as a trusted leader with thorough understanding of the impact of initiatives on customer experience, workload, productivity, associate engagement, and store compliance
Uphold the commitments to the company’s processes and policies, values, and mission
Lead your associates in a way that exemplifies the leadership principles taught in Thrive and reinforce Thrive skills with managers who report to you
Manage store budget for daily operations and initiatives to achieve business objectives tied to the P&L
Drive an outstanding associate experience via the hiring, onboarding, performance feedback, and ongoing development
Hold team accountable for overall performance and act to decrease losses, minimize shrink and all forms of risk ensuring store compliance standards are met
Ensure attractive, safe, and accurately priced merchandise displays
Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the building and grounds
Responsible for effectiveness of technology to ensure a seamless customer experience across all channels
Demonstrate effective and consistent communications and interpersonal skills
Demonstrate effective problem-solving and analytical skills
Maximize inventory, cash control, and loss prevention techniques
May be required to cross train and perform other duties
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and direct the assistant managers, department managers, and store associates
Has authority into the job status of associates: hiring, firing, promotions, and assignments
Qualifications
Essential Qualities for Success
2+ years retail management experience
Be an outgoing self-starter who enjoys working with people
Computer knowledge in Excel and Word
Proficient user of computer software systems
Ability to interact with the team in a fast-paced environment, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient
Ability to multi-task and coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner
Ability to work independently without supervision
Ability to work a 50-hour workweek (10-hour shifts, 5 days per week) with varied hours, days, night, and weekends as business dictates
Must meet federal requirements to qualify to obtain a Federal Firearms License (FFL) and any applicable local requirements
Ability to access and use the in-store computer, scanning system, and wireless handheld unit
Ability to participate in our online applicant and new hire onboarding process remotely
Ability to complete computer-based training
Use general office equipment such as computer, telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator
Ability to operate retail scanner, forklift, pallet jack, ladder, and other retail equipment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Good visual acuity
Ability to lift, push, and/or pull a minimum of 30 pounds repetitively and 31-50 pounds intermittently
Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time
Ability to use a ladder and/or pallet jack
Close vision for computer work
Repetitive wrist movements on keyboard
Ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times per day
Ability to verbally communicate effectively and professionally with all audiences (in-person or via handheld transceiver)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Rural King is America’s Farm and Home store, serving those living the rural lifestyle since 1960.
Industry
Retail
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1960
LinkedIn followers
34,205
Founded in 1960, Rural King is a family-owned retailer offering a diverse range of products to support those living the rural lifestyle. We operate over 150 stores across 17 states in addition to two primary distribution centers. We welcome everyone with a friendly smile and a free bag of popcorn! While our business continues to grow, we are committed to supporting each community we serve as a dependable pillar that goes beyond just our storefronts by supporting local events and groups that align with our values.
Our team is comprised of over 9,000 associates that are dedicated to providing quality products at great prices with an extraordinary customer experience no matter how customers interact with the brand. Our associates are our greatest asset and are empowered to take care of their business and their customer.
At Rural King, we value teamwork, integrity and continuous improvement. Anyone with the right attitude and initiative has the opportunity for success and advancement. Our people make the difference!
Offices: 700 Broadway Ave E, Mattoon, Illinois 61938, US · 1103 N Main St, Paris, Illinois 61944, US · 1410 Veterans Ave, Vandalia, Illinois 62471, US · 1324 W Hudson Dr, Litchfield, Illinois 62056, US · 3235 Wabash Ave, Terre Haute, Indiana 47803, US
Rural King is America’s Farm and Home store, serving those living the rural lifestyle since 1960.
Industry
Retail
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1960
LinkedIn followers
34,205
Founded in 1960, Rural King is a family-owned retailer offering a diverse range of products to support those living the rural lifestyle. We operate over 150 stores across 17 states in addition to two primary distribution centers. We welcome everyone with a friendly smile and a free bag of popcorn! While our business continues to grow, we are committed to supporting each community we serve as a dependable pillar that goes beyond just our storefronts by supporting local events and groups that align with our values.
Our team is comprised of over 9,000 associates that are dedicated to providing quality products at great prices with an extraordinary customer experience no matter how customers interact with the brand. Our associates are our greatest asset and are empowered to take care of their business and their customer.
At Rural King, we value teamwork, integrity and continuous improvement. Anyone with the right attitude and initiative has the opportunity for success and advancement. Our people make the difference!
Offices: 700 Broadway Ave E, Mattoon, Illinois 61938, US · 1103 N Main St, Paris, Illinois 61944, US · 1410 Veterans Ave, Vandalia, Illinois 62471, US · 1324 W Hudson Dr, Litchfield, Illinois 62056, US · 3235 Wabash Ave, Terre Haute, Indiana 47803, US