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Charleston, SC · On-site

Rogers, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman seeks not only the right skill set for positions but the right complement to our distinct culture. We have high expectations for our team but we offer a relaxed ...

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How much do profit center jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for profit center in the United States is $58,553.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Profit Center Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Profit Center Manager, you need a strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, and business management, typically supported by a degree in finance, business administration, or a related field. Proficiency in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, financial modeling software, and data analysis tools is often required. Leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for driving team performance and aligning business goals. These skills are important for maximizing profitability, ensuring accountability, and achieving the financial objectives of the business unit.

How does working in a Profit Center role typically involve collaborating with other departments within a company?

In a Profit Center role, collaboration with departments such as sales, finance, and operations is essential to achieve profitability goals. You’ll often work closely with sales teams to set revenue targets, coordinate with finance to track and analyze financial performance, and partner with operations to optimize resource allocation. Effective communication and teamwork are crucial, as your decisions and strategies directly impact the overall success of the business unit. This cross-functional collaboration not only enhances the Profit Center's performance but also provides valuable exposure to various business functions, supporting your professional growth.

What is a profit center?

A profit center is a branch or division within a company that is treated as a separate unit responsible for generating its own revenues and profits. Management tracks the financial performance of each profit center independently, allowing for better assessment of efficiency and profitability. This structure helps organizations identify which areas are performing well and where improvements can be made, supporting better decision-making and accountability.

What is the difference between Profit Center vs Cost Center?

AspectProfit CenterCost Center
Primary FocusGenerating revenue and profitControlling costs and expenses
MetricsProfit margins, revenueBudget adherence, cost reduction
ResponsibilityRevenue and profit responsibilityCost management
Work EnvironmentSales, marketing, and revenue-generating unitsSupport and administrative departments

In summary, a Profit Center is responsible for generating revenue and profit, focusing on sales and revenue growth. A Cost Center, on the other hand, manages expenses and controls costs without direct responsibility for revenue. Both roles are essential in organizational financial management but serve different strategic purposes.

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Store Director (Profit Center Leader)

Store Director (Profit Center Leader)

Diventures

Peoria, AZ • On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Diventures rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

157th of 193 rated education and training

Job description

Store Director
Role Profile


At Diventures - where safety is our number one priority and fun is our number one goal - we use our passion, and the power of water, to impact lives, change the world, and have fun doing it. The Store Director contributes to the success of Diventures by leading a team of full-time, part-time and contracted team members to build positive experiences and lasting relationships with our customers through a high-touch, high-communication, personalized customer service experience.


The Store Director works closely with our customers, Diventures Store Support, team members, and dive professionals to maximize both customer experience and the business results of our store, with the sales of swimming lessons and aquatics programming as well as scuba instruction, equipment and travel programs. Delivering on our brand promise, the Store Director acts with an owner/operator mentality to ensure that our people, programs and facility provide a safe, positive, engaging and exciting store environment and experience.


Responsible for the total performance of their business unit, the Store Director reports to the General Manager and works to optimize the income and profit generation of their business through the selection, training and leading of their store team. As the leader of two specialized salaried assistants, a large team of swim staff, a small team of retail salespeople and a larger team of contracted dive professionals in the operation of their aquatics training center, the Store Director builds sustainable growth through individual and team development.


In addition to direct customer service (about ¼ of their time is spent on the retail floor and/or pool deck) the Store Director and their leadership team is responsible for ensuring safe operation, effective class scheduling and execution, efficient lead generation and conversion, equipment sales, instructor scheduling, product merchandising, inventory management, scuba equipment service and the store's rental program.


The Store Director also works closely with the enterprise Store Support team to proactively develop new swim and dive professionals and ensure effective succession planning and program growth. A certified pool operator, and certified diver (after completion of provided training) the Store Director keeps up to date with and maintains all industry safety and training standards for all pool and offsite diving operations.


To be successful in their role, the Store Director must effectively lead their team in driving the acquisition, conversion, and retention of swim, scuba and travel customers while operating a safe, clean, and well-merchandised retail training center. The Store Director also collaborates continuously with the Swim and Scuba Program Directors, Merchant Director, Travel Director, and other members of the Store Support team in the effective planning, development, and execution of all aspects of the swim, scuba, retail, and travel experience in their location.

Key Attributes of the Successful Diventures Scuba Experience Manager

• Customer-First Mindset
• Servant Leader
• Sense of Urgency
• Initiative
• Engaging
• Clear Communicator
• Tenacity
• Effective Time Manager
• Positive and Professional Image
• Business Acumen
• Positive Mindset
• Command
• Collaboration
• Problem Solver

Required Competencies

1) Demonstrable relevant experience in the successful leading of customer-focused teams: prospecting, recruiting, interviewing, selection, training, performance coaching, performance management, succession planning and separation.
2) Successful sales leadership experience across varied media: in-person, over the phone, and in writing (email, letters, etc.)
3) Experience in efficient resource and financial management: revenue, margin, payroll, expenses.
4) Scuba, Aquatics, Certified Pool Operators, lifeguard, and/or dive professional experience or a strong desire to learn those competencies.