Spangler Candy World, a new destination in 2023 located on the east side of the downtown square in Bryan, Ohio.

Spangler Candy is a family-owned private company founded in 1906. Our well-known and loved brands include Dum Dums®, Saf-T-Pops®, Spangler® Candy Canes, Spangler Circus Peanuts, Necco® Wafers, Sweethearts®, Canada® Mints and Bit-O-Honey®.

Primary responsibilities include: Oversee and manage all aspects of the daily operations of the Spangler Candy World store museum and virtual tours. Train and supervise Spangler Candy World Associates on store operations, product knowledge and customer service standards and expectations. Assist customers with product selections and schedule virtual tours.  Design merchandising displays to achieve sales objectives. Manage store recordkeeping, including bank deposits, accounts payable, budgeting, sales tax, and prepare financial reports. Maintain and review a customer satisfaction rating system, managing the maintenance and cleanliness of the store, and curating the museum (evaluate potential new historic and main museum pieces). Responsible for inventory management including purchasing inventory, year-end inventory count and audit. Manage advertising, maintain an active web and social media presence. Tag and price all new product and organize storage room.

Qualified candidates will demonstrate the following:

• Strong, proven experience in retail sales, visual merchandising and customer service.
• Merchandising, inventory management and staff supervisory experience required.
• Experience with point-of-sale system.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively plan, schedule, organize and provide instructions for the work of others.
• Ability to accurately handle money.
• Must be flexible with schedule, some evenings, weekends and holidays may be required.
• Strong problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Excellent budgeting and cost containment skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to effectively organize and manage multiple assignments with challenging timelines and adapt to changing priorities.
• Successful candidate will possess a positive, supportive and team oriented attitude.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office package and audio visual technology.

Competitive compensation and benefit package includes:

• Medical, Rx, dental, vision, accident and life coverage,
• Company sponsored Health and Wellness Center that provides primary health care and wellness services atno cost to Spangler employees and their family member’s conveniently located beside Spangler Candy.
• Paid vacation and holidays,
• 401k retirement program with matching,
• Professional development and education reimbursement program,
• Company provided YMCA membership.