Assistant Store Manager (Full-time) - Fort Payne, AL

Hibbett•Fort Payne, AL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Manager assists and consults with the Store Manager on store operations and administrative duties, including determining approaches to achieve store goals. The role requires knowledge of all product areas and departments, adherence to company policies and standards, and a strong focus on customer service and merchandise promotion. The Assistant Manager assumes supervisory control when the Store Manager is absent and is trained in the Store Manager’s responsibilities. The position also supports personnel recruiting, training, and evaluation; helps direct staff and maintain departmental standards; monitors inventory, sales, and expenses; and performs administrative duties as needed. The Assistant Manager protects company assets and financial information by supporting effective internal controls and reporting potential fraud risks.

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, 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 help customers, including during peak periods.
Promote and sell company services and merchandise.
Follow company policies, procedures, and standards.
Protect company assets and financial information by ensuring accurate and effective internal controls and reporting potential fraud risks.
Perform general administrative duties and train in the Store Manager’s responsibilities.
Supervise employees in the Store Manager’s absence, including interviewing and training employees, planning and assigning work, directing work, and resolving problems.