General Manager

Become part of the magic that happens every time you visit one of United Flea Markets Subsidiaries. As one of Athens’ premier entertainment destinations, we are searching to add to our management team. We are seeking a dynamic, motivated, service-oriented individual with a strong focus on retail sales to fill the General Manager role. The General Manager will be responsible for managing, directing, and coordinating operations for the market. This Executive-level position is responsible for the short- and long-term success of the market, including but not limited to revenue generation, cost containment, shareholder/owner dividends, and the development of a service-first culture with buyers, sellers, and team members.

Position responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Enhance the quality of the buyer, seller, and team member community resulting in a best of class service-focused culture.
• Achieve financial objectives by assisting in the preparation of the annual operating budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective actions to ensure the attainment of the financial goals of the organization.
• Identifies current and future customer requirements by establishing a positive rapport with potential and actual customers.
• Recruiting, selecting, training, coaching, and disciplining team members to achieve/exceed operating goals and expectations.
• Maintains consistent operating standards by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing corporate policies and procedures.
• Communicates regularly with internal team members and home office support services.
• Assesses the needs of every seller while working to provide solutions that align with the needs of the company.
• Protects employees and customers by providing a safe and clean environment.
• Creatively develops programs which drive buyers and sellers to the market while working within a predetermined and agreed upon budget.
• Integrates oneself into the local community to ensure the market is positioned as a strong community member.
• Represents the brand positively in all verbal and non-verbal instances.
• Works closely with the community to expand business.
• Coordinate events and production for the entire establishment involves the community and, outreach focused.
• Other duties as assigned.

Our ideal candidate:

Education and Experience

• College preferred not required
• 8+ years of experience in Retail, Hospitality, Business or related field
• Strong Conflict Resolution capabilities

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Experience in Retail, Hospitality, Sales, Event focused.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner with a sense of urgency.
• Works well independently and within a group to problem-solve issues.
• Completes projects on time and within budget.
• Understands basic financial reporting- sales and revenue reports, income statements, and balance sheets.
• Sets expectations and delegates activities.
• Displays optimism and excitement with buyers, sellers, team members, and the community.
• Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Works with integrity and ethics.
• Protects the assets of the corporation.
• Reacts well under pressure, does not take feedback from buyers, sellers, or team members personally.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.

What we offer:

• This position offers an exceptional benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, 401K with Match, Paid Vacation.
• Bonuses