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Barnes & Noble College · 22 hours ago

Department Manager- Textbooks

Barnes & Noble College is a retail partner for nearly 800 colleges and universities nationwide. They are seeking a resourceful and customer-focused Department Manager in their Textbook department, responsible for assisting customers with course materials and managing daily store operations.

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Responsibilities

Execute the textbook cycle from setup to returns independently or with the support of team members that you train, guide, direct, and counsel under the direction of Store Management
Ability to use department specific technology to answer questions about course material, recommend products and/or services, create textbook adoptions, maintain book inventory, receive and pay invoices, and locate or obtain materials based on course descriptions or customer needs
Maintain a working knowledge of all departments in the store to provide daily support, direction, and guidance to customers and team members
Maintain a presence on the sales floor to greet customers, answer questions, and assist with purchases of textbooks, merchandise, or services when necessary
Maintain an appealing sales floor—tag, shelf, arrange, clean, and organize product or space within the store
Assist with processing sales transactions involving cash, credit, or financial aid payments as needed

Qualification

Retail management experienceCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsProblem solving skillsFlexible schedule

Required

High school diploma/GED required
Outstanding customer service skills to match customers to products that meet their needs
Basic reading, writing and accounting skills required
Excellent customer service and communication skills needed
Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Preferred

2+ years' experience in a retail setting as a manager or buyer preferred or a graduate of the Best Seller Program

Company

Barnes & Noble College

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Barnes & Noble College, the flagship business of Barnes & Noble Education, acts as more than just a vendor on the 751 campus.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Brian Stark
Chief Operating Officer
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Marc Eckhart
Vice President of Strategic Partnerships
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