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Assistant Bookstore Manager

Northwest Mississippi Community College33 open roles

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Senatobia, MS, United States
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10.1% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Northwest Mississippi Community College postings stay open a median of 11 days.

Share of postings closed within
  1. 2.0%1 day
  2. 4.0%3 days
  3. 10.1%7 days
  4. 15.7%14 days
  5. 34.0%30 days
This job: posted 31 days ago

Northwest Mississippi Community College median: 11 days open

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Job Description

The Assistant Bookstore Manager is a full-time, 12-month administrative staff position reporting to the Director of Union Services and Administration. This position is primarily located at the Senatobia Campus and will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Oxford and Southaven campus bookstores. The Manager will develop and manage e-commerce operations, and support after-hours events as needed. The Assistant Bookstore Manager provides leadership and direction to Bookstore Clerks, identifies emerging trends and best practices in collegiate and independent retail environments, and helps ensure efficient and customer-focused bookstore operations. The position requires strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with initiative, creativity, and self-motivation. Evening, weekend, and extended hours may be required to support departmental needs and campus events.

QUALIFICATION

  • Bachelor's degree in Management, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
  • Master's degree in Management, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • Strong consideration will be given to candidates with ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible retail management experience.
  • Experience in retail operations, merchandising, inventory management, e-commerce, or financial reporting preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Manage the daily operations of the Oxford and Southaven campus bookstores.
  2. Oversee merchandise receiving, inventory management, and financial reporting activities.
  3. Develop and maintain merchandise pricing in accordance with bookstore policies and retail best practices.
  4. Supervise, train, and provide leadership to Bookstore Clerks.
  5. Support and attend a minimum of seven (7) events annually at the Heindl Center for Performing Arts.
  6. Develop and maintain a social media presence to promote bookstore products, services, and events.
  7. Establish, manage, and expand bookstore e-commerce operations and online sales initiatives.
  8. Coordinate the ordering, receiving, merchandising, and sale of inventory in accordance with bookstore policies and procedures.
  9. Plan and conduct an annual internal inventory audit of all resale merchandise.
  10. Collaborate with faculty and academic departments regarding textbook, digital course material, and e-book adoption and sales.
  11. Travel regularly between the Oxford and Southaven campus bookstores.
  12. Ensure compliance with all Northwest Mississippi Community College policies, procedures, and operational standards.
  13. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Union Services and Administration and/or the District Director of Auxiliary and Facility Services.

REQUIRED KNOWLDEGE, SKILLS ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of retail operations, merchandising, inventory control, and customer service practices.
  • Knowledge of basic accounting principles, budgeting, and financial reporting.
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
  • Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other business software applications.
  • Ability to analyze sales trends and make data-driven recommendations.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, vendors, and the public.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to travel regularly between campus locations.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and extended hours as required to meet operational and event needs.
  • Managerial, retail, finance, accounting, or related business experience required.
  • Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Experience managing e-commerce platforms and online retail operations.
  • Experience with social media marketing and promotional campaigns.
  • Knowledge of textbook adoption processes and collegiate bookstore operations.
  • Experience with inventory management systems and point-of-sale software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:

  • Some evening, weekend, and extended hours are required to support departmental needs and campus events
  • May be required to assist at other college campuses
  • Communicate with others in person
  • Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
  • Continuously walk, climb stairs, stand, bend, and squat
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds,

APPLICATION

To apply, all applicants must attach and submit the following:

  • Application for employment at www.northwestms.edu
  • Resume
  • Three (3) Professional References (Name, Email and Telephone Number)
  • Deadline: Open until filled

About Us

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that “Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students’ lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services.”

Accreditation

Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address [email protected]; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address [email protected]; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address [email protected] or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email [email protected].

Safety Statement

The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.

Background Check Statement

Northwest Mississippi Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. NWCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

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