Assistant General Manager 

Hudson Group - O'Hare International Airport

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For 30 years Hudson Group has led the way and prides itself in knowing what matters in travel retail. As airports and transportation terminals have evolved, so has Hudson Group, striving to bring sophistication and convenience to today's traveler.

Hudson Group operates multiple retail concepts, including Barbara's Books, at the O'Hare International Airport. We are seeking an Assistant General Manager to join our team.

Hudson Group is North America's largest specialty travel retailer. We offer unprecedented career growth opportunities, excellent benefits and a competitive salary.

The Assistant General Manager at Hudson Group will assist the General Manager in executing the day-to-day activities in support of the strategic planning initiatives to ensure a productive and profitable operation, while helping to promote an overall corporate image of excellence through a strong work ethic, leadership by example, and the consistent delivery of excellent customer service and store visual presentation throughout the operation.

Job Responsibilities:

Assist the General Manager in maximizing sales and profits by meeting and exceeding sales budgets while minimizing shrink.

Provides leadership, effective management and training for staff.

Ensure communications from home office and the General Manager is delivered to all staff levels.

Ensure full adherence to all company policies and procedures.

Implements and enforces controls that protect the company’s assets from internal and external shrink.

Ensure over-all floor coaching and supervision is delivered consistently to establish excellent customer service.

Completes on a timely basis all administrative work as assigned by the General Manager, (i.e. scheduling, back office administration).

Performs daily/weekly operational audits.

Ensure adherence to all promotional programs and reports deficiencies in compliance to the General Manager.

Demonstrates excellent product knowledge and visual merchandising skills.

Performs daily inspections in each store to ensure company standards in visual presentation, stock replenishment and housekeeping are maintained.

Fulfills all responsibilities of the Assistant General Manager in his/her absence including responsiveness to landlord and home office requests.

Working Relationships:

Consults and helps plan daily activities with General Manager; manages the activities of supervisors and staff.

Provides supervision, guidance and support to store staff.

Communicates with home office personnel.

Salary is DOE

Job Requirements:

5+ years of big box retail management experience.

Experience in managing a unionized workforce.

Hudson Group is always on the lookout for top quality people who want to be a part of a winning retail team. With many stores and concepts across the country and throughout the world, we have the ability to help you find the job that is right for you. We recognize that our employees are a driving force behind our success! Our dedicated team enjoys an exciting and friendly environment!

We invite you to learn more about our:

Competitive Salaries

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

Employee Recognition Programs

Advancement and Growth Opportunities

On-going Training & Development

Qualified candidates should email their resume for immediate consideration.

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Hudson Group

Hudson Group will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.