Retail Store Manager - Watford City, ND
Watford City, ND, United States1w ago
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About the role
Ready to lead a brand-new 21,000-square-foot retail store?
Runnings is excited to offer a rare opportunity for an experienced Store Manager to lead our new Watford City, ND location. This is your chance to build a strong team, establish a customer-focused culture, and help shape the store's success from the ground up while joining a company built on hard work, integrity, and community values.
The successful candidate will have prior retail management and leadership experience, a proven ability to develop high-performing teams, and the flexibility to work an irregular schedule in a fast-paced retail environment. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact while leading a growing store and serving the local community, we'd like to hear from you.
Why This Role is Special.
- Opportunity to Lead: Take ownership of a thriving retail operation, building team success and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
- Culture that Cares: At Runnings, we treat our team with compassion and respect.
- Community Connection: We treat our customers like neighbors and actively support local communities.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and develop your team to create a positive, service-driven environment for customers and team members.
- Deliver outstanding customer experiences every day.
- Drive financial results and meet or exceed annual goals.
- Recruit, hire, and develop top talent.
- Set clear expectations, provide training, and follow up to ensure accountability.
- Maintain strong organizational skills and delegate effectively.
- Keep safety and loss prevention top of mind for customers and team members.
- Collaborate with store leaders and company teams to achieve shared goals.
- Ensure the store and property are well-maintained and safe.
- Work closely with Retail Buyers to ensure product needs and merchandising standards are met.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven Leadership: 5+ years of retail or hospitality management experience in a high-volume environment.
- Hands-On Approach: Ability to lead, coach, and build strong relationships with team members and peers.
- Team-Focused Mindset: Motivate and guide a diverse team to achieve shared goals.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Use sound judgement and data-driven decisions to drive results.
- Flexibility: Ability to work a varied schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Education: College degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.
Pay & Benefits
- Total Comp Range: $80,000-$90,000 /year (base plus bonus).
- Employee Discount: Save big on everything from apparel to tools to pet supplies.
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Multiple options.
- Life Insurance: Protect for family’s future.
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holidays, Sick Time.
- 401(k): Generous company match.
- Training Opportunities: Hundreds of courses to help you grow.
- Relocation: Available if needed.
About Runnings: Runnings has been dedicated to providing exceptional customer service for over 75 years across the upper Midwest and Northeast regions. As a family-owned retailer with 90 stores in 12 states and over 3,500 employees, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products for homes, farms, pets, and outdoor activities. Headquartered in Marshall, MN, Runnings is deeply committed to serving its communities while fostering a customer-focused culture. If you’re looking to join a company that values community and quality, explore career opportunities with us.
About The Community: Watford City, ND is a growing community in the heart of North Dakota's Badlands. It is best known as the gateway to the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, where visitors can enjoy scenic drives, hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and breathtaking views of the Little Missouri River Valley. The area also offers attractions such as the Long X Visitor Center, McKenzie County Heritage Park & North Dakota Oil Museum, and outdoor recreation opportunities along the renowned Maah Daah Hey Trail.
Runnings is an Equal Opportunity Employer