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Watson's Chocolates

Retail Store Manager

Watson's Chocolates, East Amherst, New York, United States, 14051

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Watson’s Chocolates

Title:

Retail Manager

Job Category:

Retail

Department/Group:

Retail

Level/Salary Range:

$18‑$24

Position Type:

Full Time

Job Description Watson’s Chocolates is an 80‑year‑old chocolate confectionery manufacturer and retailer based in WNY. Most famous for our Sponge Candy, we have 8 retail locations and a very robust website.

This location on Transit Road in East Amherst is one of our busiest stores and ideally our store manager should be filled with enthusiasm – not only for the retail environment but for chocolate! We are known for our customer service as well as our high‑quality products, and we are seeking an individual to match that in every way. Creativity and leadership skills are a must to lead our amazing team of staff at Watson’s in East Amherst.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Create an exceptional retail experience

Lead and direct the business activities of the storefront

Serve as a voice and the face of Watson’s in the neighborhood

Manage inventory and all monetary transactions

Ensure quality by proper training of all store employees

Attend seasonal meetings at HQ in Tonawanda

Conduct staff meetings with personnel on a regular basis

Maintain store appearance and cleanliness

Educate customers on products and company history

Help with social media

Maintain high quality and consistent product standards

Maintain familiarity with product and quality standards

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Applicant should have previous retail experience

History in a leadership role

Passion for high quality products and customer service

Perform repetitive motion with the hands, wrists and forearms to pack candy and manage storage

Carry weight, lift – lift up to 5 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally

Watson’s offers competitive pay with paid vacation.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Sales and Business Development

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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