General Manager
Job Description
General Description
Job Title: General Manager - Layton, Utah Do you like running an entire business? Do you like having all the responsibilities lie on your shoulders? Do you like leading an entire team of people and getting them all to work in the right direction? Well...being a General Manager at JCPenney might be the position for you! The General Manager's role is to steer and motivate an entire JCP team in operating a store that represents the company and merchandise brand that will make our customers excited and wanting to come back for more! Responsibilities
Responsible for leading your team: You've led people before and know how important it is to a) provide your team frequent coaching/feedback, b) focus on differentiating performance across team members, c) empower your team to take control and make good decisions, d) set expectations with your team on what needs to be done and what successful performance looks like, e) find ways to motivate your team to do the best work of their lives, and f) sincerely recognize each and every team member for their individual contribution to the store's success. Responsible for motivating and inspiring the team: You approach every day looking for opportunities to support your team and get them excited about the opportunities that are right in front of them to make a difference. Responsible for analyzing business performance: You know the numbers and what they mean. You review reports and any other information to better understand how and why your business performs the way it does, and then take action to make a difference. Responsible for communicating key information: You are connected to the information surrounding the company and your team looks to you to educate and inform them on what's happening. Accountable for the brand vision of the store: Your store is a reflection of you as a leader and what the company stands for. You take pride in your responsibilities and do everything in your power to make the team and company proud of what you have accomplished.
Skills and Characteristics
Sets Direction: You know where the group needs to go and how to get there! Business Analytics: You enjoy numbers and metrics and sharing your insights with others. People Skills: You are outgoing and enjoy working in a team environment. Decisive: You can make good decisions quickly even with limited information. Decision Making: You evaluate situations effectively and exercise good judgment.
About JCPenney: At JCPenney, we share a passion for serving customers, supporting our communities, and being the best retailer for all families. Our success is rooted in the belief that we treat everyone the way we would want to be treated. Customers discover stylish merchandise at incredible value from an extensive portfolio of brands. Our customer service and warrior spirit drive our mission to help customers find what they love for less time, money, and effort. Working at JCPenney means joining a dedicated team of associates who are encouraged to be uniquely themselves in a safe, caring, and welcoming environment. It is a place where careers prosper, accomplishments are celebrated, and diversity flourishes. #J-18808-Ljbffr