Market Leader

Company: American Signature Inc.
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

At American Signature Inc., we believe everyone has the right to a well-furnished life. Since 1948, we have been helping families fill their homes with furniture they love. Our company includes more than 120 family-owned and operated stores. As a Market Leader you are a part of this family and critical to our success. Responsible for talent, operations, customer/brand experience and overall profitability in a market that consists of 8 - 15 stores. This person is a leader and coach, and a champion of our culture and values. The Market Leader reports directly to the Sr. Divisional Director or VP of Sales.
Why you'll want to join our team:

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• Join a historic, family-owned business that has helped furnish the lives of customers for nearly 80 years
  
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits & 401K plan
  
• Our team members are encouraged to develop and move into more challenging roles as their career progresses.
  
• Employee discounts at our affiliate brands which include- Value City Furniture, American Signature Furniture, DSW, and American Eagle Outfitters
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
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  • Owns the Market P&L, driving sales while managing the bottom line.
    
  • Develops and leads a team of Store Managers providing leadership, direction and continued coaching and feedback
    
  • Builds a talent bench by developing internal talent and attracting external talent
    
  • Drives a high-performance culture with a customer-centric approach that achieves results
    
  • Executes plans and delivers results against the company's long-term strategy
    
  • Inspires and motivates teams on the company's Game Plan
    
  • Leads change throughout the Market
    
  • Ensures the execution of the merchandising experience throughout the Market
    
  • Executes all selling and delivery initiatives
    
  • Sets clear expectations and holds teams accountable to operational standards
    
  • Keeps current on local competition to share promotional and operational insights with store teams and home office partners.
    
  • Embody our values: Own It and Serve Others
    
    The ideal candidate will have among other skills and abilities:
    
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    • Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
      
    • 3+ years of multi-unit retail leadership experience
      
    • Ability to read and interpret documents including profit and loss statements
      
    • Ability to write reports and correspondence
      
    • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers and team members
      
    • Ability to effectively prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced sales environment
      
    • Proven experience in strategic and organizational development, including the ability to attract, develop and retain best in class talent across a multi-unit environment
      
    • Proficient using business related technology systems
      
    • Proactive approach; identifies and solves problems
      
    • Adaptability; flexible to changing market forces and shifting priorities
      
    • Ability to break down complex ideas and communicate them in simple and easy to understand ways
      
    • Desire to continuously improve
      
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Keywords: American Signature Inc., Evanston , Market Leader, Hospitality & Tourism , Downers Grove, Illinois