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General Manager

Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet

1 Positions

ID: 86400

Posted On 01/19/2026

Job Overview

Job description:

General Manager – VP of Sales and Operations

Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet | Dubuque, IA

Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet is not traditional retail.

We are a high-volume, fast-moving outlet specializing in appliances, furniture, flooring, and home improvement products — and we are growing fast. Our mission is simple: move inventory, create urgency, serve customers well, and reinvest in our community.

We are seeking a hands-on General Manager to run day-to-day operations, lead sales performance, and execute marketing initiatives that drive traffic and revenue. This role exists so the owner can step out of daily operations — and it comes with real authority and real accountability.

What You’ll Do

Lead the Store

+ Own daily store operations and performance

+ Be present on the sales floor — this is not a desk job

+ Set expectations, hold accountability, and build a winning culture

+ Schedule, coach, and manage a sales team focused on closing

Drive Sales Performance

+ Coach sales staff on:

+ Closing techniques

+ Customer follow-up

+ Upselling and attachments

+ Step in to help close higher-value sales when needed

+ Track and improve KPIs such as revenue, average ticket, and close rate

Execute Marketing That Drives Traffic

+ Execute campaigns across:

+ Facebook & Marketplace

+ Google

+ Radio / Billboard coordination

+ Ensure promotions are:

+ Clear

+ Timely

+ Accurate

+ Reflected in-store with signage and pricing urgency

+ Work with ownership on campaign planning — then own execution

Inventory & Merchandising Oversight

+ Ensure the sales floor is:

+ Clean

+ Organized

+ Priced correctly

+ Sell-ready

+ Manage inventory aging and pricing urgency

+ Coordinate with warehouse and receiving teams

Own the Numbers

+ Hit revenue and margin targets

+ Control labor costs

+ Track inventory turns

+ Report weekly performance metrics to ownership

What We’re Looking For

Required Experience

+ Retail management or store leadership experience

+ Strong sales background (appliances, furniture, flooring, automotive, or big-ticket retail preferred)

+ Proven ability to coach people and drive results

+ Comfortable executing marketing — not just talking about it

You Are

+ A closer and a coach

+ Comfortable making decisions

+ Organized and accountable

+ Not afraid of pace, volume, or responsibility

+ Someone who wants ownership-level impact without owning the business (yet)

Compensation & Benefits

+ Base Salary: $100,000 + (based on experience)

+ Performance Bonus: Up to $25,000 annually (paid quarterly)

+ Long-Term Incentive: Phantom equity / profit participation tied to performance

+ Growth Opportunity: Role expands as the company grows

This position offers real upside for the right leader.

Why Stu’s?

+ Explosive growth

+ Clear expectations

+ No corporate red tape

+ Real authority

+ A business that gives back to the community

If you are tired of being capped, boxed in, or underutilized — this role is for you.

Apply with your resume and a brief note explaining why you’re a fit for a fast-paced retail leadership role.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

+ Health insurance

+ Paid time off

+ Parental leave

Experience:

+ Retail Mgmt in Furniture, Appliances or outlet type stores?: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Primary Contact

1750098636975

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Job Details

Categories

Management/Executive

Retail Sales

Location

Dubuque, IA

Shift

First Shift

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$100,000 Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Experience

2-5 Years

Company ID

70517

Job REQ #

\# Positions

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Start Date

20260119

End Date

20260221

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Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet

About the Company

Stu’s Home Improvement Outlet & Donation Center is Dubuque Iowas newest destination for affordable, high-quality home improvement products. We specialize in open-box, overstock, scratch-and-dent, and surplus inventory from major retailers allowing deep discounts of up to 75% off retail prices on appliances, furniture, flooring, paint, tools, and more.

More than just a store, Stu’s powers the mission of Restoration Works, a local nonprofit helping veterans, families in crisis, and individuals rebuilding their lives through job training, housing support, and critical home repairs.

Every purchase supports the community. Every deal helps someone in need.