General Manager in Training Buff City Soap | IA Johnston

General Manager in Training

Full Time • Buff City Soap | IA Johnston
Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
Do you thrive when leading with structure, clarity, and purpose while keeping a close eye on both people and performance? Do you enjoy variety, moving between coaching, operations, and sales, all while keeping your team motivated and the store running smoothly? Are you conscientious, dependable, and energized by making systems and people work at their best while celebrating successes along the way?

If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply for the General Manager position.

At Buff City Soap, we don’t just create handmade, plant based products, we craft experiences that keep customers coming back. As our General Manager, you’ll lead your team to exceed sales goals, deliver exceptional customer experiences, and maintain high standards in operations and merchandising. You’ll be the driver of both results and culture, trusted to make smart decisions, coordinate multiple priorities, and set the tone for a positive, high energy environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead your team to hit sales targets, monitor KPIs, and implement action plans that improve results and profitability.
  • Motivate and develop team members through feedback, training, and performance assessments, building a high performing, collaborative team.
  • Maintain operational excellence, including scheduling, inventory management, cash handling, and store presentation.
  • Create a positive, goal focused culture where achievements are recognized and successes celebrated.
  • Manage multiple priorities daily from promotions to customer engagement to team coordination, keeping everything organized and moving efficiently.
 
What You’ll Bring to Your Team:

  • Retail management and sales experience 
  • Proven ability to lead in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment while keeping teams organized and supported
  • Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Problem-solving, organizational, and planning expertise with attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to a variety of tasks throughout the day
  • Approachable presence that fosters collaboration and a supportive team culture

Schedule & Physical Requirements

  • Full-time role: approximately 40 - 45 hours per week - Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Ability to stand/walk for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work around fragrances
     
If you’re proactive, organized, motivated by results, and enjoy a fast paced, varied environment where your leadership makes a real difference, we’d like to meet you. Join a company where structure, energy, and careful attention to people and processes drive both success and satisfaction. 

Apply today and see if this rewarding career where your leadership, organization, and positive influence matter every day is a great fit for you!
Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour




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Benefits

Employment growth opportunities
Flexible scheduling
401(k)
Ability to accrue paid time off
Anniversary gifts for years of service
Employee discount on products & services
Options for Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, HSA, Critical Care & Accident Insurance