Manager, Store
Ross Stores, Inc. · Inver Grove Heights, MN · Yesterday
Business Development$63k–$110k/yrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections for headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections that have real specific content. We must not repeat job title. Remove boilerplate, navigation, EEO, etc. Must preserve all substantive info.
We need to parse the posting.
Let's extract content:
Intro: "Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience. As Part Of Our Team, You Will Experience Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolvingCareer growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people growTeamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solutionOur commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community. Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams."
That's about the company, could be "About the role" or "About the company". But we have to use headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. The intro could go under About the role (maybe describing role context). However the posting includes "GENERAL PURPOSE Responsible for all aspects of the Stores’ operations..." That's responsibilities.
We need to separate sections.
Let's identify sections:
- About the role: maybe the introductory paragraph describing the role? Could be "Our values start with our people..." but that's more about company. However we can still put that under About the role as description of role environment.
- Responsibilities: The "GENERAL PURPOSE" and bullet list of essential functions (General Operating Requirements, Organizational Development, Expense Control, Maintaining a Safe & Secure Environment, Customer Service, Personal And Store Brand, Merchandise Processing and In-Store Marketing, Loss Prevention). Those are responsibilities.
- Requirements: maybe the "Qualifications & Special Skills Required" and "EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS Physical Requirements" etc. Could be split into Qualifications and Skills.
- Qualifications: maybe education/certifications? The posting does not list specific education requirements, just physical requirements. It says "Five or more years of Store management experience in a retail environment." That's a qualification/experience. Also "Fluency in English." etc.
- Skills: list of competencies: "Manages Work Processes Business Acumen Plans, Aligns & Prioritizes Developing Talent Collaboration Leading by Example Communication Ensures Accountability & Execution". Those are competencies/skills.
- Benefits: The paragraph about benefits: "Benefits offered to all Associates include Accident, Critical Illness, Vision, Auto, Home, and Pet insurance programs; Associate Discount, Identity Protection, Associate Purchase Program, Benefit Hub Discount Mall, Employee Assistance Program and Commuter Benefits, 401K (service requirements), Employee Stock Purchase Program, Ross Cares Fund, College Discounts, Sick Pay (where legally required) and Referral Bonuses. In addition, all Full-Time Associates, including FT Retail Associate, Area Supervisor, Assistant Store Manager and Store Manager, are eligible for extended benefits offered including Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurance, Legal Insurance, Vacation Buy, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Life/ADD Insurance, Long- Term Disability, Enhanced Maternity and Parental Leave Benefit, Vacation Pay accrued at a rate of 15 days/year, 9 Personal and Company Holidays. AS, ASM and SM Associates in Stores and Exempt Corporate and Buying Office roles are also eligible to receive a Bonus based on individual and business performance."
- Pay: "The base pay range for this role $62,666.00 to $109,666.00. The base pay range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location."
- Schedule: Not explicitly mentioned. There's "Ability to work evenings and weekends." That's schedule requirement but not schedule details. The instruction: never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. For Schedule, we have no explicit schedule like "full-time", "part-time", "shifts". Only ability to work evenings and weekends. That's not a schedule description; maybe we should not create Schedule section because no explicit schedule. So omit Schedule.
Now we need to output HTML with headings and
headings and - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and
for prose.
We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. Remove boilerplate: EEO, disclaimer, etc. Also remove "DISCLAIMER" etc. Also remove "Our values start..." maybe keep as About the role.
We need to ensure we don't repeat job title.
Let's craft sections:
About the role
Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience. As part of our team, you will experience success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving. We develop industry‑leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow. We work together to solve hard problems and find the right solution. Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, with three buying offices in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and eight distribution centers nationwide. In 2023 we generated $20.4 billion in revenue, placing us among the Fortune 500, and we are committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.
That seems fine.
Now Responsibilities: We need to list duties as - . The posting has many paragraphs; we can break into list items for each major duty area.
We should preserve all substantive info; we can create list items for each bullet-like sentence.
Let's extract responsibilities from "GENERAL PURPOSE" and subsequent sections.
General Purpose: "Responsible for all aspects of the Stores’ operations. Leads the entire operation of the Store to ensure that Company standards and best practices are consistently met. Staffs, trains and develops leadership team to deliver the desired sales and profit results, while maintaining a friendly, easy to shop environment. Recruits, trains and develops Associates. Manages the operations of the Stockroom, Front End, and Sales Floor to ensure new merchandise gets to the sales floor in a timely manner, goods are received properly and manages expenses through execution of best practices and productivity."
Then "Essential Functions" with subheadings:
General Operating Requirements:
- Leads all Company Best Practices and maximizes productivity by minimizing steps and touches while working.
- Analyzes Store reports to evaluate controllable expenses and overall Store performance.
- Addresses any variance to Company standards with appropriate action plan, partnering with the District Manager as needed.
- Ensures proper scheduling of Associates to meet business objectives.
- Accepts special assignments as directed by Leadership.
- Responsible for payroll administration including daily punch edits, Associate scheduling compliance, Sunday payroll transmission, and Payroll reporting as needed.
Organizational Development:
- Recruits, hires, trains and develops Assistant Managers, Area Supervisors and non-exempt Associates.
- Through selection, training and motivation, strives to reduce Store turnover.
- Utilizes and promotes all retention tools including incentive programs, recognition opportunities, contests and training.
- Ensures all required training courses are prioritized and completed in a timely manner.
- Responsible for addressing personnel and performance issues including coaching, verbal and written warnings, progressive discipline and termination when needed.
- Ensures compliance with Ross personnel policies and procedures.
- Manages Associate Relations issues, consulting with the District Manager as needed.
- Ensures compliance with all State, Local and Federal regulations.
Expense Control:
- Leads all expenditures to be within budget.
- Controls payroll hours to plan, as the primary controllable expense, as well as adjusting to current business trends.
Maintaining a Safe & Secure Environment:
- Maintains adherence to Company safety policies and ensures the safety of Associates and Customers.
- Ensures all Associates understand and can execute emergency operating procedures.
Customer Service:
- Treats all Customers, Associates, and other leaders with respect.
- Demonstrates courtesy, friendliness, and professionalism at all times.
- Recognizes Associates using Company recognition programs.
- Executes Customer service programs and Merchandise Presentation programs through Associate training and program supervision.
- Supervises and coaches Retail Associates in providing efficient and friendly service at the registers, Customer Service desk, fitting rooms, sales floor, etc.
Personal And Store Brand:
- Leads all Store Associates in, and models, a professional appearance, in accordance with the Company Dress Code.
- Reinforces the Company Dress Code at all times.
- Represents and supports the Company brand at all times.
- Manages Store to ensure a clean, neat, easy to shop environment.
- Maintains a high standard of housekeeping with help of contracted maintenance personnel and Ross Associates.
Merchandise Processing and In-Store Marketing:
- Ensures recovery, sizing and markdowns are completed to Company standards through teaching, assigning tasks, and following up per Company best practice.
- Ensures merchandise is presented and organized according to Company merchandising guidelines.
- Urgently manages merchandise processing to the sales floor within the expected Company timeframe.
Loss Prevention (cont.):
- Responsible for training Associates on Loss Prevention programs to achieve Store shortage goals.
- As a representative of Ross Leadership, demonstrates integrity and honesty in all interactions with Associates and Customers.
- Safeguards confidential information, cash and credit card information and merchandise.
- Understands and complies with the Loss Prevention Awareness Program and is responsible for Store Loss Prevention which includes maintaining a large Customer service presence on the sales floor, Customer and Associate engagement and heightened Loss Prevention awareness.
- Responsible for leading the annual inventory process including preparation and execution of inventory guidelines.
- Monitors mark-out-of-stock policy to ensure proper administration.
We could combine into a single
with many - . That's okay.
Now Requirements: We have "Qualifications & Special Skills Required" and "EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS Physical Requirements". Let's separate Qualifications (experience, language, ability to work evenings/weekends, etc.) and Skills (competencies). But the instruction says we have headings: Qualifications, Skills. So we need to put relevant content under each.
Qualifications: Likely includes experience, education/certifications, physical requirements? Actually physical requirements could be under Qualifications or maybe separate but we don't have a heading for Physical Requirements. We could include physical requirements under Qualifications as they are requirements. Or we could put them under Requirements (but we don't have that heading). We have Qualifications and Skills. So we can put experience, education/certifications, physical requirements under Qualifications. Skills: list of competencies.
Let's extract Qualifications content:
- Five or more
for prose. We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. Remove boilerplate: EEO, disclaimer, etc. Also remove "DISCLAIMER" etc. Also remove "Our values start..." maybe keep as About the role. We need to ensure we don't repeat job title. Let's craft sections:
About the role
Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience. As part of our team, you will experience success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving. We develop industry‑leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow. We work together to solve hard problems and find the right solution. Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, with three buying offices in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and eight distribution centers nationwide. In 2023 we generated $20.4 billion in revenue, placing us among the Fortune 500, and we are committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.
That seems fine. Now Responsibilities: We need to list duties as- . The posting has many paragraphs; we can break into list items for each major duty area.
We should preserve all substantive info; we can create list items for each bullet-like sentence.
Let's extract responsibilities from "GENERAL PURPOSE" and subsequent sections.
General Purpose: "Responsible for all aspects of the Stores’ operations. Leads the entire operation of the Store to ensure that Company standards and best practices are consistently met. Staffs, trains and develops leadership team to deliver the desired sales and profit results, while maintaining a friendly, easy to shop environment. Recruits, trains and develops Associates. Manages the operations of the Stockroom, Front End, and Sales Floor to ensure new merchandise gets to the sales floor in a timely manner, goods are received properly and manages expenses through execution of best practices and productivity."
Then "Essential Functions" with subheadings:
General Operating Requirements:
- Leads all Company Best Practices and maximizes productivity by minimizing steps and touches while working.
- Analyzes Store reports to evaluate controllable expenses and overall Store performance.
- Addresses any variance to Company standards with appropriate action plan, partnering with the District Manager as needed.
- Ensures proper scheduling of Associates to meet business objectives.
- Accepts special assignments as directed by Leadership.
- Responsible for payroll administration including daily punch edits, Associate scheduling compliance, Sunday payroll transmission, and Payroll reporting as needed.
Organizational Development:
- Recruits, hires, trains and develops Assistant Managers, Area Supervisors and non-exempt Associates.
- Through selection, training and motivation, strives to reduce Store turnover.
- Utilizes and promotes all retention tools including incentive programs, recognition opportunities, contests and training.
- Ensures all required training courses are prioritized and completed in a timely manner.
- Responsible for addressing personnel and performance issues including coaching, verbal and written warnings, progressive discipline and termination when needed.
- Ensures compliance with Ross personnel policies and procedures.
- Manages Associate Relations issues, consulting with the District Manager as needed.
- Ensures compliance with all State, Local and Federal regulations.
Expense Control:
- Leads all expenditures to be within budget.
- Controls payroll hours to plan, as the primary controllable expense, as well as adjusting to current business trends.
Maintaining a Safe & Secure Environment:
- Maintains adherence to Company safety policies and ensures the safety of Associates and Customers.
- Ensures all Associates understand and can execute emergency operating procedures.
Customer Service:
- Treats all Customers, Associates, and other leaders with respect.
- Demonstrates courtesy, friendliness, and professionalism at all times.
- Recognizes Associates using Company recognition programs.
- Executes Customer service programs and Merchandise Presentation programs through Associate training and program supervision.
- Supervises and coaches Retail Associates in providing efficient and friendly service at the registers, Customer Service desk, fitting rooms, sales floor, etc.
Personal And Store Brand:
- Leads all Store Associates in, and models, a professional appearance, in accordance with the Company Dress Code.
- Reinforces the Company Dress Code at all times.
- Represents and supports the Company brand at all times.
- Manages Store to ensure a clean, neat, easy to shop environment.
- Maintains a high standard of housekeeping with help of contracted maintenance personnel and Ross Associates.
Merchandise Processing and In-Store Marketing:
- Ensures recovery, sizing and markdowns are completed to Company standards through teaching, assigning tasks, and following up per Company best practice.
- Ensures merchandise is presented and organized according to Company merchandising guidelines.
- Urgently manages merchandise processing to the sales floor within the expected Company timeframe.
Loss Prevention (cont.):
- Responsible for training Associates on Loss Prevention programs to achieve Store shortage goals.
- As a representative of Ross Leadership, demonstrates integrity and honesty in all interactions with Associates and Customers.
- Safeguards confidential information, cash and credit card information and merchandise.
- Understands and complies with the Loss Prevention Awareness Program and is responsible for Store Loss Prevention which includes maintaining a large Customer service presence on the sales floor, Customer and Associate engagement and heightened Loss Prevention awareness.
- Responsible for leading the annual inventory process including preparation and execution of inventory guidelines.
- Monitors mark-out-of-stock policy to ensure proper administration.
We could combine into a single
- with many
- . That's okay. Now Requirements: We have "Qualifications & Special Skills Required" and "EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS Physical Requirements". Let's separate Qualifications (experience, language, ability to work evenings/weekends, etc.) and Skills (competencies). But the instruction says we have headings: Qualifications, Skills. So we need to put relevant content under each. Qualifications: Likely includes experience, education/certifications, physical requirements? Actually physical requirements could be under Qualifications or maybe separate but we don't have a heading for Physical Requirements. We could include physical requirements under Qualifications as they are requirements. Or we could put them under Requirements (but we don't have that heading). We have Qualifications and Skills. So we can put experience, education/certifications, physical requirements under Qualifications. Skills: list of competencies. Let's extract Qualifications content: - Five or more