Posted on June 12, 2014.

Lenox, MA

The Retail Manager will be responsible for overseeing the retail outlets at The Mount, which include a museum bookstore, admissions, and a seasonal café, to ensure an optimal visitor experience. Excellent communication, organization, and management skills are required, as well as a strong understanding of the museum gift store market, customer service background, familiarity with POS systems, and excellent cash handling abilities. Must have professional appearance, be proficient with Excel, Word, and Publisher, and enjoy interacting with the public, staff and volunteers. Candidates must be available to work weekend, holiday, and evening hours during the May-October season. This is a full-time position and compensation will be determined based on experience. Responsibilities Include: • Oversee and manage retail staff • Establish and maintain organizational retail policies • Order and manage all inventory and vendor accounts for the store • Stage product displays and oversee physical store layout • Order and return books for lectures and author appearances • And additional responsibilities as needed E-mail, mail, or send resume and cover letter to: info@edithwharton.org, by e-mail; or by mail: Attn: Nicole Knapp, The Mount, P.O Box 974, Lenox, MA. 01240; or by fax to 413-637-0619.Posted on: 06/12/2014