Store Manager - Woodridge, IL

JCPENNEY - STORE MANAGER - WOODRIDGE, IL
NEW JCPENNEY STORE OPENING IN MARCH 2007
LOCATION: WEST SUBURB OF CHICAGOAt JCPenney, there are exciting career opportunities for bright, energetic and talented individuals in a stimulating, fast-paced and team-oriented culture. We are committed to the development of each associate's career. It's a world worth exploring - where dedication and achievement are rewarded.JCPenney creates a fun and exciting place to work where associates service the customer while enjoying their job. At JCPenney you'll work in an environment that encourages individuality and new ideas, fostering new growth, advancement and personal development.We are currently searching for candidates to assume the role of Store Manager in WOODRIDGE, IL AREASTORE MANAGER
The Store Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the store.Store Managers are challenged with:
Directing the store to achieve store sales and profit objectives
Providing excellent customer service and maximizing customer loyalty
Managing the human resource process to ensure the store is staffed with qualified, motivated and empowered associates and developing a proactive selling team
Ensuring all merchandise programs are fully implemented & executed; managing the visual presentation in the store to create an exciting shopping environment that meets or exceeds customer expectations
Establishing goals for the entire store and participating in sales and profit planning processes
Providing input to identify growth opportunities and competitive challenges
Evaluating and analyzing results against plans as well as recognizing and quantifying market trends
Coaching, teaching, training, and developing our associates to their maximum retail potentialBasic Requirements:
Minimum of 8-12 years of progressively responsible experience in Big Box retail management, including Store Manager experience
Solid understanding of the elements that drive retail profitability
In depth knowledge of retail operations, human resources and understanding of specific store capabilities and growth potential
Knowledge of merchandise presentation and plan-o-gramming skills
Superior customer service skills
College Degree PreferredIf you are looking for an opportunity to advance your career with a proven company that has over 100 years of experience APPLY TODAY.PLEASE NOTE: Agencies, Search Firms or Third Party submissions of any type will not be accepted. Thank You.Equal Opportunity Employer
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