Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Michigan JOB DESCRIPTION – District Manager Position title: District Manager Classification: Professional Reports to and Supervised by: VP of Retail Operations ** Please note- This is an in-person position and must be located or willing to travel to Southwestern Michigan on a daily basis** WHY WORK FOR GOODWILL? Ready for a career with impact? Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Michigan (Goodwill SWMI) gives you the opportunity to have influence in your local community while building your professional skills. Goodwill SWMI is a complex enterprise offering a wide range of career opportunities. Our organization rewards creativity and innovation, while offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Our team members enjoy a unique work environment that is professional, fast paced and fulfilling. ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION Goodwill SWMI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Our 250 dedicated team members help achieve our mission of improving the community by providing employment, education, training, and support services tailored to individual needs across a six-county territory. At Goodwill SWMI, the work we do is effective in the lives of the individuals we serve and, in turn, in the communities in which we live. Goodwill SWMI manages ten retail stores (with attached, attended donation centers and one stand-alone donation center), Contract Manufacturing Operations as well as Custodial & Janitorial business units. These business operations provide stability to our organization that is not always enjoyed by nonprofit organizations solely funded by outside sources. Our organization’s values shape our culture and guide our interactions with program participants, customers, community, and one another. Our shared commitment to Living the Mission; Promoting Teamwork; Driving Collaboration; Taking Responsibility for our Actions and Behaviors; Respecting and Appreciating Others is what makes us successful and inspires all that we do. Want to learn more about Goodwill SWMI? Go to our website at: www.goodwillswmi.org Summary of Position: The District manager will effectively manage and supervise a group of fast-paced retail stores and donation centers, ensuring their smooth and efficient operation. This role involves leading store managers and their teams to achieve business goals, maintain high standards of customer service, and optimize operational efficiency. The District Manager will also focus on driving sales growth, managing inventory, controlling expenses, and maintaining a safe and productive environment. By fostering a positive work culture and aligning store operations with corporate objectives, the District Manager will help enhance the customer experience, support the community, and contribute to the overall success of the company. This position reports to the Vice President of Retail Operations. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
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Physical and Work Condition Requirements: Able to frequently bend, twist, reach above shoulder level, push and pull, crouch or stoop, kneel repetitively use feet, and use head and neck in a twisting or static motion and to look up and/or down and lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Ability to effectively and safely use standard office and light industrial equipment. Flexible availability, including nights and weekends. Position requires valid driver’s license. Reliable personal transportation. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, theft-related background check and be insurable under the agency’s automobile insurance policy. This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the District Manager position. The role may evolve over time, and additional duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by the company. Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted only on the basis of job related criteria and without regard to age, ancestry, arrest record, citizenship, color, familial status, gender, gender identification, height, marital status, national origin, non-job-related disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veterans’ status or weight. This includes those affected by pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition. Please note: Internal candidates you will need an updated resume and an internal transfer form. |