Retail Store Manager at Lewis Marine Supply LLC – Sarasota, Florida

Job Description - Retail Store Manager
Company Overview: Lewis Marine Supply is a fast-growing, high-volume 60+ year established
Marine Distributor and Retailer located in sunny South Florida, with locations throughout the
Southeastern US. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service and high-quality
products to our customers and community and strive to create a welcoming environment where
customers can enjoy a seamless shopping experience.
Position Overview:
The Retail Store Manager oversees daily operations of a marine-focused retail store, ensuring
exceptional customer service, strong sales performance, and operational excellence. This role
requires deep knowledge of marine products—such as boating accessories, navigation
equipment, safety gear, and marine hardware—along with the ability to lead a high-performing
team in a fast-paced retail environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day store activities ensuring smooth and efficient operations
Deliver expert customer service and product recommendations to boaters and marine
professionals
Manage time and attendance track and report hours for payroll
Implement strategies that drive sales and customer engagement
Manage inventory, stock levels, and vendor relationships
Hire, train, schedule, supervise store employees
Provide coaching, performance evaluations and motivation in positive, results oriented
work environment
Drive sales performance and maintain store standards
Provide exceptional customer service to ensure staff delivers a consistent customer
experience
Compliance with company policy and safety protocols
Enforce safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment
Organize and manage order scheduling and fulfillment across all company locations
Facilitate necessary building repairs and certifications (e.g., elevator, fire, and bay door
inspections).
Liaise with all company locations to address issues related to stock orders and
discrepancies with individual items pulled from the warehouse
Qualifications:
Previous retail management experience (marine industry preferred)
Strong understanding of marine equipment, boating accessories, and related technical
products
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to lift marine products and work in a physically active retail environment
Proficiency with POS systems, inventory software, and MS Office
Previous experience managing staff
Benefits:
Lewis Marine Supply provides a comprehensive and valuable benefits package for you and your
eligible family members. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life
insurance; short-term and long-term disability; and a wide range of optional, employee-paid
supplemental benefits including a no cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Lewis Marine
Supply also offers a 401(k) plan with a company match.