LUDEX · 2 months ago
General Manager - Ludex Card Shop
LUDEX is redefining the hobby through innovation, and they are seeking a General Manager for their new flagship retail location in Arlington, TX. The General Manager will oversee daily operations, build a strong retail team, and enhance customer engagement through various events and promotions.
Financial ServicesFinTechInformation TechnologySportsTrading Platform
Responsibilities
Oversee all daily store operations, including sales, staffing, merchandising, and customer experience
Hire, train, and manage a high-performing retail team
Drive sales performance through customer engagement, promotions, and community events
Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships (cards, supplies, memorabilia, etc.)
Negotiate with customers to assess and purchase cards and collections, carefully balancing both their market value and resale liquidity
Create a fun environment for collectors, so that this shop becomes an integral part of the gameday experience, and a destination shop for collectors everywhere
Ensure visual merchandising and store layout reflect brand standards
Plan and execute special events such as live card breaks, player signings, and product releases
Maintain accurate financial and operational reporting
Uphold security and authenticity standards for trading cards and collectibles
Collaborate with ownership on marketing, social media, and growth strategies
Qualification
Required
Must have a minimum of 5+ years of retail or hobby store management experience (sports, gaming, or collectibles industry preferred)
Strong leadership and communication skills
Passion for sports cards, TCGs (e.g., Pokémon, Magic, etc.), and the collectibles community
Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with POS systems, inventory software, and basic financial reporting
Available to work evenings, weekends, and event days as needed
Must be able to lift and move up to 30 pounds safely using proper techniques
Comfortable standing or walking for extended periods in a dynamic, high-energy retail environment
Flexible availability is required — this position regularly involves working evenings, weekends, and holidays to support store operations and events
Benefits
Performance bonuses and equity potential
Opportunity for growth as the business expands
Fun, collector-driven work environment in a prime Arlington sports district
Company
LUDEX
LUDEX is a sports and trading card scanning application that digitizes trading-card collections.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$9.1M2023-03-29Seed· $8M
2022-10-27Debt Financing· $1.1M
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