Here’s the job description and background. You can read my story about the new Nantahala Outdoor Center’s retail store and outdoor center being built inside the Grove Park Inn here.
Background
Job Description | April 11, 2011 Manager | NOC’s Basecamp Asheville
The Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is opening a LEED-certified outdoor concept store and activity center in Asheville’s historic Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa. The store, called NOC’s Basecamp Asheville, will also serve as Asheville’s outdoor activity center, providing expert advice and offering a wide range of affordable, family- oriented outdoor activities in the Blue Ridge Mountains, including whitewater rafting, kayaking, fly-fishing, hiking, biking, and canopy tours. NOC’s Basecamp Asheville will also offer leading outdoor lifestyle brands such as Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear, Keen, and The North Face.
Job Summary
The store manager will have two primary responsibilities: 1) running all operational aspects of the store and 2) as a brand manager responsible for inspiring active participation in the outdoors. This position is responsible for maximizing retail revenue and profitability through the delivery of the highest-quality store environment. The manager must also facilitate expert guidance and information on local outdoor recreation opportunities.
Retail Duties / Responsibilities
• Plan and implement the store’s retail’s revenue growth and financial performance plan. • Responsible for P&L and providing strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues. • Foster a positive and productive working environment through the development of a dedicated team.
Champion Active Participation in the Outdoors
• Successfully promote both self-guided and outfitted activities to store guests. • Develop and execute a strategy to increase outdoor activity participation. • Create customized on-premise outdoor programs, educational clinics, and events. • Collaborate with NOC staff and activity partners on the exceptional delivery of all outfitted programs.
Local Store Marketing and Sales
• Execute store-specific retail marketing strategies under the direction of NOC’s marketing department • Develop relationships with key constituents and partners to drive traffic to the store. • Create and participate in local events that match the NOC’s event sponsorship goals.
Qualifications
• Outdoor retail experience with specific proficiency with marketing, sales, and outdoor store outreach. • A dynamic, energetic, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking individual with excellent communication skills. • A strategic visionary with strong retail sales, merchandising and operational skills. • A team player with the ability to attract, recruit, develop, motivate and lead a high performance team.
Experience
• Bachelors Degree. • Minimum 3-5 years relevant management experience in outdoor retail and marketing and sales. • Proven work history of successfully managing a business for growth and profitability.
Compensation & Location
The manager will be compensated with a competitive salary and benefits program. The candidate will be eligible to participate in all current NOC-sponsored employee benefit plans, including paid vacation, health insurance, life insurance, 401k, and staff discounts at NOC’s retail, restaurants, and adventure centers.
Inquiries
For additional information, please contact Bridget Hines at 828-488-7246 or at [email protected]. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. NOC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
