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 for accomplishing store goals. The role requires knowledge of each product area or department, adherence to company policies and visual standards, and a commitment to excellent customer service and merchandise sales. The Assistant Manager assumes supervisory control when the Store Manager is absent and is trained in the Store Manager’s responsibilities. The Assistant Manager helps manage store assets, personnel, inventory, sales, expenses, merchandising, ordering, restocking, and scheduling. The role supports employees and customers across departments, maintains customer-service standards, and carries out administrative and supervisory duties as needed.

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 accurately.
  • 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 to establish action plans for store and departmental responsibilities, including selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling.
  • 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.
  • 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 the operations, personnel, visual, and customer service manuals and company communications.
  • Protect company assets and financial information by ensuring internal control procedures are accurate and effective, and report potential fraud risks to management or appropriate officials.
  • Perform general administrative duties and carry out Store Manager responsibilities when needed.
  • Supervise employees in the Store Manager’s absence, including interviewing and training employees, planning and assigning work, directing work, and resolving problems.
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