Assistant Store Manager - Factory

Vera Bradley • Myrtle Beach, SC

2d • $22 - $34

About The Position

FUNCTION Assist the General Store Manager in executing the day-to-day activities in support of creating the Vera Bradley ‘experience through exceptional customer service, visual merchandising, staff management, development and training, upholding store image standards, and sales goal achievement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Note: Other duties may be assigned) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assist General Store Manager with hiring, training, motivating and retaining a team of qualified associates that communicate and represent the Vera Bradley philosophy Assist in developing Vera Bradley loyalty by creating an outstanding experience for both associates and customers Lead the team with exceptional sales and strong presence while on the floor to set the pace for the team Assist in promoting community involvement to drive brand awareness and loyalty Communicate the Vera Bradley brand aesthetic, philosophy and lifestyle to the sales associates and guests Uphold the Vera Bradley brand standards through exceptional visual merchandising Provide a clean, organized and inviting environment for both customers and associates Monitor daily, weekly, monthly processes to ensure operational integrity Serve as back-up to store management with responsibility for daily cash reconciliation and opening and closing of store Assist in managing human resource related tasks including recruitment, performance management, payroll and scheduling, health and safety, and store security Maintain a knowledge of established policies and procedures

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent required
• 1+ years management experience required; or demonstrated Vera Bradley leadership ability required
• Polite and professional
• Exceptional sales skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and promote a team environment
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong PC skills utilizing Microsoft Office software
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
• Strong team player

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Retail Management or related field preferred
• Prior retail experience strongly preferred
• Experience in specialty retail or outlet stores strongly preferred
• Experience with retail POS system a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist General Store Manager with hiring, training, motivating and retaining a team of qualified associates that communicate and represent the Vera Bradley philosophy
• Assist in developing Vera Bradley loyalty by creating an outstanding experience for both associates and customers
• Lead the team with exceptional sales and strong presence while on the floor to set the pace for the team
• Assist in promoting community involvement to drive brand awareness and loyalty
• Communicate the Vera Bradley brand aesthetic, philosophy and lifestyle to the sales associates and guests
• Uphold the Vera Bradley brand standards through exceptional visual merchandising
• Provide a clean, organized and inviting environment for both customers and associates
• Monitor daily, weekly, monthly processes to ensure operational integrity
• Serve as back-up to store management with responsibility for daily cash reconciliation and opening and closing of store
• Assist in managing human resource related tasks including recruitment, performance management, payroll and scheduling, health and safety, and store security
• Maintain a knowledge of established policies and procedures

Benefits

• Health Benefits
• Vera Bradley offers a variety of medical, dental and vision programs to meet your family’s health care needs.
• Medical plan options including both a HDHP/HSA plan and a PPO plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Survivor Benefits
• Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen.
• Employer provided 2X your salary in life insurance
• Accidental Death and Disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children
• Income Protection
• If you are unable to work due to illness or injury VRA provides several programs to protect your income at no cost to you.
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Retirement Plan
• The Vera Bradley 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement
• 401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)
• Strong line up of professionally managed funds
• Safe-harbor plan design
• Paid Time Off
• Enjoy generous time off programs.
• Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more
• 9 paid holidays a year
• Paid bereavement leave
• Give Back Opportunities
• Vera Bradley offers the opportunity to serve your community.
• Voluntary Time Off
• Holistic Wellness
• Access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness experts
• Employee Assistance Program with access to work/life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services
• Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement
• Product Discount
• Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley products
• Ancillary Benefits and Programs
• Bonus opportunity, identity protection, legal services, pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus, annual birthday gift, DailyPay, corporate fitness facility and individual policies through Aflac

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees