Assistant Manager

Snipes • Elizabeth, NJ

4d

About The Position

The Assistant Manager helps manage store staff and operations in the absence of the Store Manager. The role supports sales, customer service, merchandising, store operations, and team performance while maintaining company standards and policies.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• At least 2 years of experience in retail leadership as an Assistant Manager or Department Manager is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to respond to store alarm problems as needed.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong drive to achieve results.
• Initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work as a team player and lead a team.
• Disciplined, self-motivated, and goal-oriented.
• Adaptable, flexible, and a fast learner.
• Must be able to stand for long periods during a shift and lift 15–30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• College degree.
• At least 2 years of retail leadership experience as an Assistant Manager or Department Manager.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in maintaining cleanliness standards on the sales floor and in the stockroom.
• Set up sales and promotions with appropriate signage in a timely manner.
• Process register functions properly and ensure store procedures are followed.
• Execute and comply with floor-set guides and promotions on time.
• Assist with merchandise presentation according to visual merchandising standards and current floor sets.
• Identify and communicate customer merchandise needs and whether the store’s assortment meets those needs.
• Work with the Store Manager to complete markdowns and transfers correctly and promptly.
• Help drive sales and profitability by achieving or exceeding store and individual goals.
• Help communicate store operational goals and directives to maximize the team’s contributions to the sales plan.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating individual performance, including sales volume, hourly production, units per transaction, charge accounts, and loss prevention.
• Perform register and/or Aptos functions accurately and help train associates in those functions.
• Help ensure company funds are secured in accordance with company policy.
• Respond to store alarm problems as needed.

Benefits

• Generous employee discount.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Bonus plan.
• Affordable health insurance.
• Retirement contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED