The General Manager is responsible for the day to day operation of Books-A-Million stores as a Manager On Duty in conjunction with the management team to maximize sales and customer service. The General Manager also oversees the execution of all aspects of store operations by providing effective leadership, achieving maximum sales and profits, controlling budgetary expenses, and managing the store team through training and development.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maximizes sales, profits, and customer service by leading the store team and operating the store in adherence with all Company policy and guidelines.

• Plans, organizes, and directs store activities with the assistance of other store management.

• Ensures highest level of customer service and handles customer complaints to a satisfactory conclusion.

• Ensures efficient product flow within the store.

• Recruits and hires talent for the store team.
• Coaches, trains, and develops the Management staff.

• Facilitates effective communication to all store Associates through Daily Briefings, weekly and monthly meetings.

• Creates the store schedule to provide adequate coverage for all aspects of the store.

• Enhances store’s reputation by establishing and maintaining good community relations and partnerships.

• Performs other duties as assigned.