Company Overview:

Our client is a well-established hardware business with a strong focus on employee care and loyalty. They operate as a dealer and service center for major power equipment brands like Toro, Stihl, Ariens, and EGO, and also sell Benjamin Moore paint. With a significant history of growth, the business needs support to maintain and expand operations. This family-oriented business prides itself on a family-owned culture that prioritizes passion and personality fit over strict corporate structures.

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced and passionate Store Manager to serve as a critical leader in this role. This individual will be central to the business, overseeing the daily operations of a new store for the company. The role requires a hands-on leader who can treat the business as their own, ensuring operational efficiency, managing inventory, and fostering a positive environment for both employees and customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the main store, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, order, and customer service.
• Manage inventory effectively, including drop-ship buying from multiple vendors, and ensure products are consistently in stock.
• Proactively identify and address operational issues, such as “outs” in departments or maintenance needs, treating the business as if it were their own.
• Support the service department by assisting with equipment assessment for repairs and warranty work.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, prioritizing employee care and loyalty.
• Make sound judgment calls regarding purchasing and special orders.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary ranging from $70,000 to $80,000.
• Opportunity for quarterly performance-based bonuses.
• Chance to operate a business with a high degree of autonomy and impact.
• Be part of a family-oriented company that values its employees and fosters loyalty.

Contact Mark Barnard at (603) 323-0940 or mark@snapdragonassociates.com