Assistant Manager

Snipes•Louisville, KY

About The Position

As an Assistant Manager at SNIPES, you will fully manage the store’s staff and operations in the absence of the Store Manager. You will assist the Store Manager with store standards, merchandising, register operations, sales and profitability, team performance, and operational goals. The role also involves customer service, leadership, and helping ensure company policies are followed. SNIPES is a sneaker and streetwear retailer with more than 750 stores in Europe and the USA. The company is rooted in youth and street culture and supports communities through its SNIPES serves program and other localized initiatives.

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; experience is described as a plus.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Able to respond to store alarm problems as needed.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Strong drive to achieve results.
Takes initiative and has problem-solving skills.
Enthusiasm for the brand.
Strong customer service skills.
Team player with the ability to lead a team.
Disciplined and self-motivated.
Goal-oriented.
Adaptable and flexible.
Fast learner.
Able to stand for long periods during a shift.
Able to lift between 15 and 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

College degree.

Responsibilities

Assist the Store Manager in ensuring the store meets Company cleanliness standards on the sales floor and in the stockroom.
Set up sales and promotions with proper signage in a timely manner.
Process register functions properly and ensure register procedures are followed in the store.
Execute and comply with floor set guides and promotions in a timely manner.
Assist the Store Manager in directing and maintaining merchandise presentation according to Visual Merchandising standards and current floor sets.
Recognize, understand, and communicate customer merchandise needs, including whether the store’s assortment meets those needs.
Work with the Store Manager to ensure markdowns and transfers are completed correctly and on time.
Drive sales and profitability by achieving or exceeding established store and individual goals.
Assist the Store Manager in communicating operational goals and directives to help the store team meet the sales plan.
Assist the Store Manager 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 assist the Store Manager with associate training on those functions.
Help secure Company funds in accordance with Company policy.
Fully manage store staff and operations in the Store Manager’s absence.