At Build-A-Bear, the Chief Workshop Manager is responsible for the flawless execution of the store experience for both guests and associates. A leader who fully embraces our core values and standards while inspiring others is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a role model leader, embodying the values and standards of the organization
• Recruit, hire, and train a high-performing store team
• Accountable for the overall success of the store, including achieving financial goals, maintaining operational efficiency, and delivering outstanding guest experiences
• Responsible for the development and growth of their store team
• Ensure the store maintains a visually appealing and engaging environment
• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of store operations, including inventory management, scheduling, and compliance with company policies and procedures
• Develop and execute strategies to increase sales, control expenses, and achieve financial targets
• Conduct performance reviews and performance improvement plans, resolve performance issues promptly according to Build-A-Bear established guidelines
• Provide leadership support to ensure that all team members understand and adhere to the organization's service standards

Required Qualifications:

• 2 years of store management experience with a proven, successful history in a customer-centric business, preferably in specialty retail
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Basic understanding of POS, payroll, and applicant tracking systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of store management experience, with a proven, successful history in a customer-centric business, preferably in specialty retail.
• Associate’s (or higher) degree in business, management, or a related field
• Proficiency with Store Force, UKG, POS System, Microsoft Outlook

Behavioral Traits for Success:

• Motivated to build high performing people and teams
• Thrives in creating a fun and interactive experience for employees and guests
• Enjoys meeting and interacting with new people
• Ability to connect with diverse employees to inspire results
• Exercises good judgment in ambiguous situations
• Displays strong initiative and self-direction
• Unites teams to deliver strong results
• Demonstrates ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment while remaining calm under pressure
• Leads with a confident extraverted style that can enliven, engage, and positively impact individuals and groups
• Maintains a positive outlook when encountered by challenging circumstances

Working Environment:

• Active retail store management requires the ability to sit, stand, and move around for at least eight hours a day
• Work environments include indoor/outdoor malls, strip centers, and other retail locations
• Ability to work a typical retail schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Lifting > 25 pounds

Your Performance Will Be Measured On:

Your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following:

• Consistent execution of operational standards
• Ability to foster team collaboration, communication, and performance
• Decision-making, judgment, and execution
• Consistently meet financial objectives
• Ability to inspire their team to deliver exceptional customer service and uphold operational excellence
• Ability to address situational, factual, and interpersonal issues
• Stakeholder feedback