ASSISTANT MANAGER

la Vie en Rose•ALBANY, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Manager will be responsible for ensuring the store runs smoothly and that the team provides the best possible customer service. When acting as manager, tasks will include meeting overall goals, maintaining corporate standards, and motivating the team to excel. This role offers professional challenges and opportunities for growth within a fun and dynamic team.

Requirements

Love clothing that celebrates femininity.
Natural leader who knows how to motivate a team.
Sociable, good communicator, and strong team player.
Proactive and conscientious.
Goal-oriented and achievement-driven.
Seeking a career with constant new challenges.
Open to working holidays and longer hours during busy periods.
Management skills.
Familiarity with sales techniques.
Knowledge of product features, quality, materials, and technical features.
Ability to analyze sales results and reports.
Skills in scheduling employees based on performance and traffic.
Ability to mobilize a team and create a positive work environment.
Ability to instill pride and belonging.
Ability to bring company vision, mission, and brand culture to life.
Leadership and role modeling abilities.
Recruitment, preparation, and training skills.
Ability to plan work schedules and manage absences.
Ability to participate in performance evaluations.
Ability to create attractive store displays based on planograms.
Awareness of market trends and competitor activities.
Skills in building customer relationships and brand loyalty.
Ability to plan incoming orders and set up visual displays.
Ability to maintain store cleanliness.
Ability to manage controllable expenses.
Understanding and application of company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Optimize store performance and profitability with management team support.
Train team members on customer support, sales techniques, and product features.
Analyze sales results and develop strategies for improvement.
Schedule employees effectively to manage payroll costs.
Communicate sales goals to the team.
Provide excellent customer service, including product information and assistance.
Coordinate tasks with the management team for smooth store operations.
Foster a positive work environment and instill pride in the team.
Bring the company's vision, mission, and brand culture to life.
Act as an inspiring role model and demonstrate leadership.
Recruit, prepare, and train employees, sourcing the best candidates.
Plan work schedules and manage absences/lateness.
Participate in performance evaluations for the store team.
Create an attractive and inviting store environment based on planograms.
Stay informed about market trends and competitor activities.
Build a loyal customer base by showcasing brand image and relationships.
Assist with planning incoming orders and setting up visual displays.
Maintain the look and cleanliness of the store and backstore.
Collaborate with mall administration.
Analyze reports to optimize productivity and sales.
Open and close the store.
Manage controllable expenses efficiently.
Adhere to policies and procedures from head office departments.
Perform other duties as needed to support the team.