Music Store Manager
$27,000 to $48,000+
Store Manager, Music Department Manager, Instrument Manager
Manages music shop or music department, buys/sells instruments and equipment.
If a person likes to be around music and musical instruments, the position of Music Store Manager can be an exciting and interesting. Their main function is to manage and run a retail music shop, which involves many different duties. They must oversee daily activities and operations in the store. They are responsible for staffing, hiring, and firing of employees and putting together work schedules for those who are employed at the shop. The Manager also assigns and delegates certain tasks to certain staff members, and then must train them appropriately.
The Music Store Manager works very closely with the Music shop Owner to decide what policies will be used at the store regarding things like payment, returns, special orders, lessons, layaway options, etc. Together, they may also work on marketing, advertising or promotional campaigns.
The Music Store Manager is also in charge of ordering and purchasing instruments, equipment, and supplies. The Manage needs to make sure correct items are delivered, the store remain in stock of the correct items, bills are paid on times, and any internal problems with distributors or sales reps are kept at a minimum.
The Manager must also keep customer satisfaction on the forefront of their mind, doing all they can to keep customers happy while upholding the reputation of the store. The Music shop Manager can also act as a store Salesperson, explaining the differences in quality and variations among instruments in hopes of moving the customer to make the purchase.
It is also very important that the Manger maintains records of all daily transactions, because cash income must be reconciled with each day's receipts. The Manager usually holds normal retail hours.
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Salaries
Music Store Managers can expect to earn anything from $27,000 to $48,000 plus yearly. These Salaries may be made up of weekly salaries, bonuses, commissions, etc. The salary of a Music Shop Manager is also reliant on the location and size of the store.
Employment
There are good employment prospects for those looking to become Music Store Managers as there are many opportunities in all parts of the country at large stores, small shops, music shop chains, or the instrument/sheet music department of a variety store.
Advancement
Managers can advance their career by obtaining a position in a music shop as opposed to a music department or by moving into a more prestigious or larger store. They can also always open their own store, acting as Manager/Owner.
Education and Training
It is often preferred that Managers hold a bachelors degree in business, liberal arts, music, retailing, music education, or music performance. A music background is also necessary to run a music shop successfully. This experience may be obtained through the standard educational process or might come from experiences in music.
Experience, Skills, and Personality
It's imperative that the Music Store Manager has an advanced understanding of retail business management, and must feel comfortable hiring, firing, and training personnel. He or she should also be capable of playing or demonstrating most store instruments.
Unions and Associations
Music Shop Managers may belong to the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM).
Suggestions for Getting Started
- Check classified sections of newspapers, looking under headings like "Music Store Manager," "Manager-Retail," and "Retail Opportunities."
- While this is happening less, job openings may even be posted in shop windows.
- People working in music shops are often promoted, leading to open positions – be persistent, and don't be afraid to start entry-level.
- Send résumés and cover letters to shops and request that they keep them on file if no current positions are available.
