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CORT · 12 hours ago

Retail & Business Development Manager

Carol Stream, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$65K/yr - $70K/yr

5+ years exp

CORT is a company seeking a full-time Retail & Business Development Manager in Carol Stream, IL. The role involves overseeing sales and operations at a CORT Outlet Center, driving sales initiatives, managing inventory, and ensuring operational efficiency to support organizational growth.

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Responsibilities

Manage, coach, and motivate Outlet Sales Associates and Retail Stock Clerks, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment

Drive sales of previously leased and new furniture. This position would spend their time 50% in-store and 50% outside the Outlet, prospecting, meeting customers and developing new business. Focus consistently achieving monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales goals, and maintaining margin targets for both new and used inventory

Oversee the merchandising, pricing, and presentation of the showroom floor to maximize product appeal and sales opportunities

Minimize idle inventory, manage product transfers, and conduct inventory age analysis to optimize stock levels and warehouse space

Manage costs related to logistics, overtime, purchase orders, and supplies; ensure a clean, safe, and organized warehouse and showroom environment

Resolve customer complaints, ensure customer satisfaction and retention, and build lasting relationships with repeat customers

Develop and implement online sales strategies (e.g., Facebook Marketplace), create and execute marketing campaigns, and meet with vendors for product acquisition

Manage staffing, time records, product purchase orders, store supplies, and high-level quotes; maintain accurate records and reports

Work closely with internal departments (Operations, IT, HR, Customer Service, Admin) and external partners (vendors, distribution teams) to support outlet operations and business objectives

Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as required to support outlet operations and achieve business objectives

Qualification

B2B Sales ExperienceRetail ManagementTeam LeadershipShowroom MerchandisingInventory ManagementCustomer ServiceMarketing StrategiesNetworkingAdministrative Skills