p>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY: ā¢ Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, commissions, and percentages ā¢ Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions ā¢ Ability to interpret a variety of other financial, legal, and technical information ā¢ Ability to read and analyze certain reports ā¢ Ability to write reports and business correspondence ā¢ Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Managers, associates, customers, and the public ā¢ Ability to conduct meetings and presentations to groups ā¢ Proficiency with PC-based word processing, spreadsheets, data-based management and electronic point of sale and inventory management systems ā¢ Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills ā¢ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, associates, customers and with the Corporate Staff ā¢ Demonstrated use of Team concept of Management. ā¢ Staffs the Departments with "service" oriented associates; participates in interviewing and selection, coordinates training, prepares / approves performance appraisals, recommends merit / promotional increases, prepares weekly work schedules, coaches, and motivates associates to promote positive customer relations and a productive team-oriented work environment.