Web Store Manager

WORK OBJECTIVE: Responsible for managing Taurus’ online Web Store. Handle decision making for the website, oversee posting/displaying of the goods, links, database update and customer service. Responsible for sales, online advertising, and promotion of online goods. Position requires an extensive depth of expertise and knowledge in specialized functions or business areas that can be used to develop efficient and innovative ways to accomplish the organization’s business strategies. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Work with VP of Sales to develop sales programs and promotions. Works with VP of Sales and Product Managers to develop new product ideas and special make up items for web sales. Work with production and planning to schedule products needed to fulfill online orders. Work with Sales and Marketing Departments to coordinate and plan trade shows and customer visits. Work with logistic companies as well as suppliers and manufacturers of the products they provide in order to negotiate and agree on pricing of goods. Meet with key vendors at industry shows, maintain relationships, negotiate, and close deals. Handle direct product simplification and standardization to eliminate unprofitable items from sales line. Prepare weekly sales report showing sales volume, potential sales, and areas of proposed revenue expansion. Plan, direct and coordinate the department’s work plan; assign projects and program areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with management staff to identify and resolve problems. Assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; direct and implement changes. Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the department budget; approve the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies. Approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as needed. Select, train, motivate and evaluate personnel; provide / coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures. Monitor and evaluate the activities and products of the competition. Attend trade shows and customer locations to promote company brands. Keep database of all inventories up to date. Some overnight travel required for trade show or vendor meetings. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires directly-related experience equivalent to formal education plus four (4) or more years of sales and purchasing experience; including at least three (3) years of supervisory or management experience; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience. Experience with SAP and back-office systems highly desired. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: · Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services to include marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems. · Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint). · Skilled in developing programs and promotions to create sales opportunities. · Skilled in organizational methods and time management. · Skilled in SEO (Search Engine Optimization). · Ability to develop and coordinate project plans, communicate changes and progress. · Complete projects in a timely matter, within budget and manage project team activities. · Ability to multi-task, assign, and prioritize assignments within the department. · Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. · Ability to develop and interpret budgets, contracts, fiscal and financial reports. · Ability to use critical thinking skills to arrive at solutions and suggest improvements to processes. · Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. · Ability to provide service in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner. · Ability to lead and motivate to achieve goals. · Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 20 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and extended periods of time standing and/or walking. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Tasks are regularly performed inside without potential for exposure to adverse conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, fumes and/or poor ventilation, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, machinery and/or moving vehicles, vibrations, electric currents, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, gases or chemicals, oils and other cutting fluids, violence and/or disease, or pathogenic substances. SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $70,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to Relocate: Bainbridge, GA 39817: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person