Retail - Operations Manager/Team Leader

OPERATIONS MANAGER/TEAM LEADER - OTL

 

WHO WE ARE

Everywhere you look within the Jo-Ann family, you will find creativity. We began serving the needs of the diverse craft and hobby community in 1943 when the Cleveland Fabric Shop opened in Cleveland, Ohio. Through the years, Jo-Ann?s list of store locations has grown ? but our purpose has remained true: inspire those around us.  Today we operate more than 800 stores nation-wide under the Jo-Ann name. We are excited about our business which is rapidly growing through a national roll-out of superstores.

 

Jo-Ann Stores, Inc. is a Fortune 1000 company with annual sales in excess of $1.6 billion, and we employ approximately 20,000 team members in our stores, our Distribution Centers, and Store Support Center in Hudson, Ohio.

 

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to share in our success. It is our goal to attract, train, motivate, and retain a high performing, diverse team! Would you like to grow with us?

 

WHAT WE OFFER

If you are a creative leader looking for a place where your energy and inspiration can drive both a local store business and a major organization, we have opportunities for you. However, Jo-Ann?s offers more than just a dynamic environment for growth and advancement?

 

We offer support for your ideas, competitive compensation and excellent benefits including:

*Medical, dental, vision and insurance coverage

*Employee Stock Ownership Plan

*401(k) plan with company match

*Generous employee discount

And

*A chance to be part of a growing, profitable company with a long history of helping our Guests express their creativity.

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR ? OPERATIONS MANAGER

You will need 3+ years of fast-paced management experience in a ?SKU? intensive environment. Proven leadership skills and previous P&L responsibility are also preferred. You will be responsible for managing the daily operation, profitability, shrink, sales, and development of your team. You must have the ability to lead and motivate your team to retain strong performers.

 

While not required, the ability to relocate will enhance your future advancement opportunities.

 

QUALIFICATIONS ? OPERATIONS MANAGER

We are looking for candidates who have demonstrated the ability to:

*Provide clear direction and goals to be accomplished by team members.

*Enthusiastically lead and motivate team members.

*Act decisively with a sense of urgency.

*Analyze sales information to maximize sales per square foot.

*Achieve budgeted sales and maximize profits.



Jo-Ann Stores, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize and value the benefits of a diverse workforce. Fundamental to our organization's structure are equal opportunity, fair employment practices and the creation of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers.

 

Interested candidates should submit their resume via email to: stephen.durr@jo-annstores.com