- Helping customers with book choices
- Store Opening
- Customer Service
- Maintaining excellent store display
- Overseeing restocking of inventory
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Inquiring Minds Bookstore & Cafe, an independent bookstore in Saugerties NY, is seeking a full time Store Manager to oversee all aspects of bookstore operations, as well as working with the Cafe Supervisor to oversee management of the in-store cafe. We are a new and used bookstore, offering a variety of books, vinyl, CDs, beverages, and locally sourced baked goods.
Day-to-day store operations
Oversight of staff and all operations, including customer service, merchandising, stock management, staff schedules
Create a welcoming environment with constantly rotating displays reflective of current themes and issues
With owner, conduct all ordering/buying for the store
Oversight of receiving new/used books and sidelines, inventory management, shipping and returns
Preparation and coordination of invoices and accounts payable
Effectively communicate with vendors, authors, customers, and staff
Retail and/or bookstore experience is greatly preferred.
MUST LOVE READING
A strong work ethic and consistent attendance
Exceptional people and communication skills
Great organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to initiate and implement ideas
Knowledge of the contemporary reading landscape
Strong Excel and google suite knowledge
Flexibility in schedule; weekends (Saturday or Sunday) and holidays are required
For over 100 years, ABA has helped independent bookstores start up, grow, and succeed. As a national not-for-profit trade organization, ABA provides indie bookstores with education; business products and services; an e-commerce platform; marketing support; and advocacy.
ABA’s Education Specialist will work with the members of ABA’s Education Team to develop and implement professional education for booksellers, and to help facilitate and support ABA's bookstore education conferences.
Essential Job Functions:
Conference Education
General Education
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How to Apply:
Please email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line: Education Specialist. Your cover letter should speak to your interest in this position and what experience you would bring to ABA. Only applicants who follow these directions will be considered. Applications will be accepted until the role is filled. We will begin reaching out to applicants after May 1, 2024.
Equal Opportunity:
ABA believes diversity and diverse perspectives make our organization stronger, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and an association that’s representative of all of our members and the customers they serve. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; ethnicity; color; race; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status; past or present military service; physical, mental, or sensory disability; national, social, or ethnic origin; neurodiversity; pregnancy; family or parental status; and/or genetic information (including family medical history).
Important Note: If you are passionate about ABA’s mission and think you have what it takes to be successful in this role even if you don’t check all the boxes, please apply. We’d appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
About us:
For almost 125 years, the American Booksellers Association (ABA) has been the guiding voice for independently-owned bookstores. Founded in 1900, ABA is a national not-for-profit trade organization that supports the success of independent bookstores. This success is assisted through education, information dissemination, business services, programming, technology, and advocacy. ABA's membership has evolved over the years, and our members are more diverse, involved in community, and act as guiding forces in locales around the country. ABA represents over 2,500 independent bookstores across the United States.
Centuries & Sleuths Bookstore in Forest Park, IL, is seeking buyers for their bookshelves.
Shelves are of 3 different styles:
Upright shelving, 84 " tall,12" deep in solid oak, cherry stained, with 1 fixed shelf / 4 movable shelves.
In addition, the following are for sale:
All of these shelving units are open for bidding. Buyer must transport items. Bids accepted no later than May 15, 2024. Please email [email protected] to inquire.
The American Booksellers Association, a national not-for-profit trade organization, works with booksellers and industry partners to ensure the success and profitability of independently owned book retailers, and to assist in expanding the community of the book.
Independent bookstores act as community anchors; they serve a unique role in promoting the open exchange of ideas, enriching the cultural life of communities, and creating economically vibrant neighborhoods.
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