General Manager

Dunham’s Sports, one of the largest full-line sporting goods chains in the U.S., was founded in 1937 as Dunham’s Bait & Tackle. Today we have over 240 stores in over 23 Midwest states from Maryland to Nebraska. We are looking for smiling, enthusiastic individuals with knowledge of sporting goods, merchandising skills and most importantly the ability to provide our customers an excellent level of service. This is a fun, fast-paced work environment with variety in the day-to-day operation of the store. Responsibilities include: Operational, merchandising, administrative functions within the store. Leading and training a staff in providing exceptional customer service. Store opening and closing responsibilities. Driving sales through customer service and report analysis. Must have 2 years of retail management experience. Strong organizational and leadership skills and interpersonal/communication skills, as well as problem solving ability and analytical skills. Enthusiasm and initiative are key. Ability and desire to provide our customers with a high level of service, as well as train and motivate the staff to do the same. Build enthusiasm within the store to create a positive work environment. Merchandise knowledge preferred, such as apparel, exercise, footwear, field and stream or general athletics. Availability to work any hours the store is open.