Newsstand Supervisor
About Heath
Heath Ceramics is a California company making dinnerware and architectural tiles of good and enduring design for over 75 years. We are design-led, with the mission of creating products of beauty and integrity, while designing, manufacturing, and running our business in a way that's better for society and our planet. Our products are designed, manufactured, and sold in our two California factories and four showrooms, ensuring accountability in our process, from beginning to end. As a Certified B Corp, we maintain high standards of social responsibility, environmental performance, and transparency. We believe in the benefits of local manufacturing and support a community of people committed to and inspired by the process of designing, making, and sharing. We believe in providing a living wage, full health and welfare benefits, and a place for meaningful work.
Position Summary
We have a unique space called the Heath Newsstand in our San Francisco location. It is an evolving concept space that enables Heath to interact with the Mission District community on dynamic levels. The Heath Newsstand is a separate yet intrinsically connected part of the Heath showroom experience in San Francisco.
Expanding on some of the magazines and books we already carry in our showrooms, it features publication on food and design, a variety of magazines and newspapers, international publications and like any good newsstand, it offers refreshments and snacks. The Newsstand has something for everyone, including our local neighbors and visitors.
The Newsstand Supervisor supports the Newsstand Manager, particularly in customer service, daily operations, and leadership. Develop a sales team that consistently exceeds customer expectations and provides world-class customer service. Oversee sales staff to ensure that all sales goals are regularly met or exceeded.
Position Responsibilities
- Ability to be a strong partner to the Newsstand manager by prioritizing, planning and adjusting schedules and daily tasks to meet business and sales goals.
- Inspire customers and our staff through modeling and coaching on consistent selling behaviors that inspire customers towards a greater connection with our products
- Product Training to ensuring that all members of the sales team are up to date and well versed in all products
- Social Media/IG to connect with customers and engage a wider audience
- Inventory controls and reporting to support sales and financial objectives
Qualifications
- BA/BS degree or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of retail sales experience
- 2+ years of sales supervisory or managerial experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to coach and motivate a team to exceed sales results
- Ability to engage and speak to customers and understand their needs
Work Environment/Hours/ Compensation
This position is a full-time, non-exempt role that will be onsite. This role will average 32-35 hours per week. Candidates must have weekend availability and be able to work 5 days a week. This position pays $28 - $30 hourly, based on experience. This role reports to the Newsstand Manager.
Only Bay Area candidates will be considered.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift, reach and grasp 25 lbs of magazines, books and other merchandise and to push/pull carts and of merchandise repeatedly throughout the day
- Ability to see and distinguish between patterns and colors
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
Benefits
We are committed to your health and well-being. Heath offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes a choice of medical plans, dental, vision, acupuncture and chiropractic, as well as life insurance. An annual 401(k) contribution that grows with job tenure. We offer a generous time-off allocation and a great discount on all Heath Ceramics products.
Proud Equal Opportunity Employer
At Heath, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it. Heath is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce at all job levels. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, transgender status, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
How to Apply
If you would like to be considered for this position, please send your resume and a cover letter that speaks directly to the position. Thank you for your interest!