General Manager (Hays, Kansas)

About Ace Retail Group

Ace Retail Group (ARG) is a division of Ace Hardware Corporation and one of the largest hardware retailers in the United States. With origins dating back over a century, ARG owns and operates over 250 neighborhood stores under various brands, including Westlake Ace, Great Lakes Ace, and Buikema's Ace. Headquartered in Lenexa, KS, and Farmington Hills, MI, the company is built on a foundation of solid Core Values: Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork.

About the Role

As the General Manager for Store 76 in Hays, Kansas, you will serve as the leader responsible for ensuring superior customer service and driving the store's overall success. This role exists to cultivate a positive, professional, and safe work environment while developing associates at all levels. You will be the face of Westlake Ace Hardware, fostering strong community connections and ensuring that every customer interaction reflects the company's commitment to being helpful.

In this position, you will lead by example, managing daily operations, inventory, and budgets to maximize profitability. Your day will involve mentoring your team, resolving customer challenges, and maintaining the physical assets of the store. You are expected to embody the company's Core Values in every decision, creating a culture of collaboration and mutual success where associates are encouraged to grow and innovate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ace Retail Group is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. We recognize the importance of diversity and leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military discharge, or any other action covered by federal or state laws.