Retail Manager- HERO (Contract Role, Fulltime) at MATTE PROJECTS | NY, US | Rezi

Retail Manager- HERO (Contract Role, Fulltime) at MATTE PROJECTS

Retail Manager- HERO (Contract Role, Fulltime)

MATTE PROJECTS · NY, US

1 months ago

Retail Manager- HERO (Contract Role, Fulltime)

MATTE PROJECTS · NY, US

2 months ago
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About the Role

HERO is seeking a highly organized Retail Manager to oversee day-to-day retail operations during its busiest operating season. This is a hands-on operational role with a strong emphasis on back-of-house retail management, inventory control, fulfillment, and logistics, while also ensuring an exceptional guest shopping experience. The ideal candidate is process-driven, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where organization and execution are critical.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the daily operation of HERO's retail store, ensuring a clean, organized, and guest-focused environment.
  • Manage opening and closing retail procedures.
  • Ensure merchandising standards are consistently maintained and product displays remain stocked and visually appealing.
  • Partner with Operations leadership to continually improve retail workflows and guest experience.
  • Own all inventory management processes from receipt through sale.
  • Maintain accurate inventory counts and perform regular cycle counts and full physical inventories.
  • Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify replenishment needs.
  • Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain inventory records and reporting with a high level of accuracy.
  • Develop and maintain organized back-of-house storage systems.
  • Manage all inbound and outbound shipments.
  • Receive deliveries, inspect merchandise for accuracy and quality, and reconcile packing slips against purchase orders.
  • Coordinate vendor deliveries and communicate shipment issues as needed.
  • Prepare outbound shipments including transfers, returns, and special orders.
  • Maintain organized documentation for all shipping and receiving activity.
  • Coordinate product replenishment from back-of-house to the sales floor.
  • Partner with Finance on inventory reporting and reconciliation.
  • Support new product launches and seasonal merchandising transitions.
  • Assist in establishing operational SOPs for retail inventory and logistics.
  • Ensure proper handling and storage of merchandise.
  • Supervise and support retail associates during operating hours.
  • Assist with scheduling and daily staffing coordination.
  • Train team members on POS procedures, inventory handling, and retail standards.
  • Foster a collaborative, guest-first culture.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and resolve guest concerns professionally.
  • Support retail sales initiatives and drive revenue through excellent product knowledge.
  • Ensure transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of retail management or retail operations experience.
  • Available to work on-site at our space in Rockefeller Center
  • Strong experience with inventory management and inventory control systems.
  • Experience managing shipping, receiving, and retail logistics.
  • Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Comfortable lifting and moving merchandise (up to 50 lbs).
  • Experience using POS and inventory management platforms.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience within museums, attractions, hospitality, entertainment, or experiential venues is highly preferred.
  • High-volume retail operations.
  • Seasonal retail planning and execution.
  • Inventory audits and reconciliation.
  • Vendor management.
  • Retail operations within cultural or experiential destinations.

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Inventory control systems
  • Shipping
  • Receiving
  • Retail logistics
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • POS systems
  • Inventory management platforms
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Reporting
  • Communication
  • Problem-solving

Location

  • Rockefeller Center

Work Type

  • On-site
  • Contract

Experience Level

  • 3-5+ years of retail management or retail operations experience

Salary/Compensations

  • $8,500-$10,000/month

About the Company

  • HERO is an immersive entertainment and cultural destination located in Rockefeller Center, blending technology, storytelling, retail, food & beverage, and live experiences.