Bookstore Assistant Manager

GROW With US! Book Retail Work Experience Required for this Position!

Hudson is North America's leading travel retailer. For over 30 years, Hudson has met the needs and wants of travelers in more than 1,000 duty-free, duty-paid, and food & beverage stores. #AF123QA #dc

What We Will Offer You:

• A rate of pay of up to $55,000.00 annually
• A 20% off Hudson Employee Discount
• A 50% off Hudson Food & Beverage Discount
• Health & Well Being: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• PTO

• Various Personal and Parental Leave Programs
• Retirement Programs/Contributions: 401K & RRSP
• Employee Recognition
• Anniversary Programs
• Training and Development

• Growth Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program

This Assistant Book Manager Position Is For You, If You Enjoy....

• Being responsible for bookstore and book operations through management & training, direct responsibility, leading by example, and coordination across the location

• Being responsible for ensuring local compliance with all book & bookstore specific processes & brand standards, as well as achieving sales & profit goals, fostering a local bookselling culture, and exemplifying Hudson's core values
• Working at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
• Provide flexibility for an open work schedule that will include weekends and holidays

Book Operations Assistant Manager Key Responsibilities:

• §Role models the behaviors expected of our booksellers and book supervisors by providing excellent customer service through handselling and customer engagement.
• §Ensures weekly change out in bookstores and travel convenience stores is completed by book staff including placing reorders and ensuring promotional titles have signage and are stickered.
• §Trains booksellers and book supervisors in all aspects of Hudson book operations.
• §Coaches and manages booksellers and book supervisors.
• §Assists with Go Spot Check compliance missions.
• §Ensures Basil processes are being completed in each bookstore in a timely manner including ordering, receiving, and returns.
• §Assists the Book Operations Manager with completing SAP book processes including working in the warehouse or receiving rooms when necessary.
• §Ensure stores are merchandised to maximize sales potential of key titles.
• §Manages each bookstores creative displays including artwork/drawings, book blurbs, and ordering for seasonal and regional displays.
• §Creates and maintains themed sideline displays using book sidelines and works with book operations manager when reorders are needed.
• §Manage day-to-day business issues and opportunities. Assist in overall location management & support as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• At least one to three years previous bookstore experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of & interest in the book business and bookselling

• Be proficient in Excel and computer skills
• Be able to be on your feet for extended periods and be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Familiarity with Edelweiss, SAP, and/or Basil book system
• Associates degree or above
• Previous multi-store management experience (preferred)