Manager job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Manager job summary
Our large department store is seeking a proactive Retail Sales Manager who can cultivate profitable relationships with vendors and develop sales floor promotions to bring in more customers. The ideal candidate for this position will understand the day-to-day dynamics of the retail industry, as well as how it changes during holidays and other busy seasons. We need someone who will work closely with sales personnel to keep them motivated and devise continuous ways to create new revenue.
Manager responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Monitor vendor invoices and look for ways to reduce product costs
- Hire and maintain an active and productive sales force
- Work with human resources to create accurate sales professional job descriptions
- Collaborate with our marketing team to implement effective sales floor promotions
- Create scheduling policies that keep the sales floor properly staffed based on historical sales volume data
Manager qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- 3+ years’ retail management experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Strong understanding of point of sale software platforms
- 2+ years’ experience creating and delivering effective sales training programs
- Proven track record of success in generating revenue in the retail industry