Assistant Store Manager (Full-time) - Vallejo, CA

Hibbett•Vallejo, CA

13d•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 meet store goals. The role requires knowledge of each product area or department, upholding company policies, procedures, and visual standards, and promoting merchandise through outstanding customer service. The Assistant Manager assumes supervisory control when the Store Manager is absent and is trained in Store Manager responsibilities. The position supports asset control, sales and operational planning, recruiting, training, employee evaluation, inventory awareness, and departmental execution. It also provides guidance to employees and customers, monitors sales statistics and expenses, and helps maintain profitability and high-quality customer service. The Assistant Manager supervises employees in the Store Manager’s absence, including interviewing and training, planning and assigning work, directing staff, and resolving problems in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

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

Retail experience in footwear and athletic apparel.

Responsibilities

Assist the Store Manager in controlling company assets.
Consult with the Store Manager on 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 personnel recruiting, training, and evaluation.
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.
Maintain quality customer service and provide assistance to customers, including during peak periods.
Promote and sell company services and merchandise.
Follow company policies, procedures, and standards in operations, personnel, visual presentation, and customer service.
Protect company assets and financial information by ensuring internal control procedures are effective and accurate, and report potential fraud risks to management or appropriate officials.
Perform general administrative duties and train in Store Manager responsibilities.
In the Store Manager’s absence, supervise employees, interview and train employees, plan and assign work, direct staff, and resolve problems.