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Job Title:  Area Manager Department:  Retail Area Managers Reports To:  Director, Store Operations FLSA Status: Exempt Location:  Remote (Southeast Region)

SVP Worldwide, the world's largest consumer sewing machine company, is looking for a creative and motivated Area Manager for our Viking Sewing Gallery department located inside Jo-Ann Fabric & Crafts store in the Southeast Region (FL, TN, GA). The company and its three iconic brands - SINGER, VIKING, and PFAFF - have delighted consumers for over 460 years. These premium brands and products are regarded as the choice for serious sewists and novice crafters. The Viking Sewing Gallery channel within SVP Worldwide was established 25 years ago and has grown from a small operation to its current state of over 170 store locations, employing more than 600 team members across 36 states. Most of our Retail stores are located inside JOANN Fabrics & Crafts.  We operate one free-standing location.  This chain of retail locations contributes substantially to the overall company profits and is strategically important as it is focused on the most premium/valuable consumers.  The chain sells a disproportionate amount of the company's highest margin products (e.g., MSRP>$5,000). Its product portfolio includes the brands of SINGER, HUSQVARNA VIKING, and mySewnet covering entry-level sewing machines all the way up to advanced, internet-connected, leading-edge household sewing machines and all segments in-between. In addition to sewing machines, the product portfolio includes sewing accessories and notions and embroidery software. Services available with the Viking Sewing Galleries include assisted sales through demonstrations, sewing machine repair service, free machine operation classes, consumer classes, and events. SVP Worldwide continues to weave our culture into the fabric of our team members by living out our core values of Integrity & Trust, Teamwork, and Customer Focus. As our industry continues to grow, there are vast opportunities for new team members who share our commitment to delivering the world's finest sewing products, service, and overall customer experience. The Area Manager will plan and lead the activities of all stores within the assigned area of operations for Viking Sewing Galleries, including full profit and loss responsibility while acting within the scope of the company objectives to accomplish regional and area goals.  Using their skills and experience to ensure their area is not only operationally sound but a positive, team-oriented environment that delivers results. The Area Manager works alongside their Store Managers to ensure that they are being developed appropriately, and provide our customers with exceptional experiences in our galleries.  This is a unique multifaceted role that will stretch your current skill set, and help you continue to develop in your career.

Job Responsibilities Lead store teams by ensuring:

A culture that fosters Viking Sewing Gallery's values

Fair administration of human resources policies & practices

Superior customer service through creative, fun, and friendly store environments

Store leadership accomplishes individual and store sales goals

Area annual sales growth that meets or exceeds company targets

All tools are effectively utilized in each store and market resulting in superior demonstration of products and services

Effective planning & execution of company objectives

Maximization of performance & productivity through a commitment to sensible store scheduling

Sufficient staffing levels are consistently maintained for each store through proactive recruitment, selection, and onboarding

Protection of company assets through loss prevention and expense efficiencies

Continuous talent development in the areas of merchandising display efforts, store growth, training and development, employee relations, cu