Gainesville,FL,USA Aviation Opening | Hiring

The company seeking to fill the General Manager position is a well-established retail enterprise with a branch located in Gainesville, FL. This organization is recognized for its commitment to excellent customer service, effective store management, and community presence. As a retail branch within a larger corporate structure, the company values leadership that ensures safe, professional, and profitable operations at the local store level. The Gainesville branch benefits from the support of a broader corporate framework while allowing the General Manager significant autonomy to oversee daily operations, manage staff, and drive sales growth. The General Manager role is a full-time, management-level position responsible for the comprehensive leadership of the Gainesville branch. This position requires a dynamic individual skilled in directing and coordinating various store activities, achieving financial goals, and aligning operational practices with company policies and standards. The General Manager's core duties include maintaining customer acquisition and retention, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and internal policies, and overseeing financial reporting and merchandise availability. Additionally, the role involves managing inventory, cash assets, and company vehicles to sustain optimal store operations. This leadership position demands strong skills in employee management—ranging from hiring and training to performance evaluation and disciplinary actions—fostering a positive work environment for both customers and associates. In this role, the General Manager is expected to implement marketing programs, develop growth strategies, and execute plans in line with monthly marketing goals. The successful candidate must demonstrate an ability to balance diverse responsibilities like scheduling, delegating tasks, and maintaining safety and quality standards. Beyond operational excellence, the General Manager is charged with promoting a clean, safe store environment and ensuring the branch consistently meets sales and revenue targets. This leadership position offers the opportunity to shape the local customer experience and drive business success in a competitive retail landscape. The role requires a hands-on approach, with physical demands that include lifting, loading, and maneuvering heavy merchandise, as well as working in various weather conditions, reflecting the active nature of retail management. Overall, the General Manager role in Gainesville, FL is an integral position responsible for upholding the company's reputation through effective leadership, operational precision, and customer-focused strategies. The position requires a blend of organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to professional development and team building. Candidates with a background in retail management or related fields, combined with a proactive mindset and the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment, will thrive in this role. The company supports its managers with corporate resources, continuous training, and a collaborative culture aimed at achieving sustained growth and customer satisfaction.

• Education equivalent to associate or bachelor’s degree with coursework in business, accounting, marketing or management
• Minimum two years experience in retail or related business with emphasis on customer service, account management or merchandising
• Effective organizational skills
• Established selling skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency in POS system
• Professional appearance
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in person and over the phone
• Conflict negotiation and resolution skills
• Strong planning, organizing, delegating, coordinating, and follow-up abilities
• Problem recognition and solving skills
• Proficient navigational skills with valid driving record meeting insurability requirements
• Regular and consistent attendance including nights and weekends
• Physical ability to lift and move merchandise between 50-300 pounds
• Capacity to work in various weather conditions and traverse stairs while carrying heavy items