Assistant Store Manager (Full-time) - Orlando, FL

Hibbett•Orlando, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Manager assists and consults with the Store Manager on overall store operations and administrative duties, including determining methods and approaches to accomplish store goals. The role requires knowledge of each product area or department, adherence to company policies and standards, and a commitment to outstanding customer service and merchandise promotion. The Assistant Manager assumes supervisory control of the store when the Store Manager is absent and is trained in Store Manager responsibilities. The position also supports personnel recruiting, training, and evaluation; guides employees and customers; monitors inventory, sales, and expenses; and helps ensure departmental standards and profitability. Supervisory duties in the Store Manager’s absence include interviewing and training employees, planning and directing work, assigning tasks, and resolving problems.

Requirements

Experience working in a retail environment; footwear and athletic apparel experience is preferred.
1–3 years of customer service experience.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to assist in managing a team and keep up with overall goals and profits.
Self-starter with initiative to take on important tasks without being asked.
Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and precisely.
Team player passionate about outstanding customer service and selling merchandise.

Nice To Haves

Experience in footwear and athletic apparel.

Responsibilities

Assist the Store Manager in controlling company assets.
Consult with the Store Manager to establish action plans for selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, scheduling, and other store responsibilities.
Assume responsibility for the entire store in the Store Manager’s absence.
Assist with recruiting, training, and evaluating personnel.
Provide knowledge and guidance to employees and customers across departments.
Monitor inventory, sales statistics, and expenses to support profitability.
Direct staff to ensure departmental responsibilities and standards are completed.
Keep the Store Manager informed about inventory movement and customer trends.
Ensure quality customer service is maintained, including assisting customers as they enter and helping multiple customers during peak periods.
Promote and sell company services and merchandise.
Follow company policies, procedures, and standards.
Protect company assets and financial information by ensuring effective internal controls and reporting potential fraud risks.
Perform general administrative duties and undertake Store Manager responsibilities when needed.
In the Store Manager’s absence, supervise employees, interview and train employees, plan and direct work, assign tasks, and resolve problems.