About The Position

The Assistant Store Manager in Waiting is a developmental retail role for high-potential leaders at Signet Jewelers. The role introduces team members to the company and its culture while teaching the Signet Selling System. The team member serves as a Store Manager in Waiting (JC5) at a store location for up to six months, gaining knowledge of the company’s products and services through hands-on experience. Advancement into a leadership role depends on demonstrated performance, leadership readiness, and business needs. At the end of the introductory period, the team member must either transition into a leadership position, generally with little to no compensation adjustment, or move into another role aligned with their qualifications, with an appropriate compensation adjustment. Candidates should understand that the program is temporary and developmental and that leadership placement is not guaranteed. The position is limited to external new hires.

Requirements

  • Previous management or leadership experience.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse teams.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential and a desire to pursue a management career with Signet.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work successfully in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving business results.
  • Eligibility is limited to external new hires.

Responsibilities

  • Gain hands-on experience in a store environment to develop and demonstrate readiness for retail leadership.
  • Learn the company’s culture, products, services, and Signet Selling System.
  • Demonstrate leadership potential, problem-solving, and decision-making while adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Deliver exceptional customer experiences and contribute to business results.
  • At the end of the program, transition into a leadership role if selected, or move into an appropriate Jewelry Consultant role based on qualifications, performance, and business needs.

Benefits

  • Base pay of $17.00–$26.30 plus sales commission; final rate depends on experience and qualifications.
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance for full-time team members.
  • 401(k).
  • Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
  • Paid holidays for full-time team members.
  • Tuition reimbursement, including DCA courses based on position.
  • Training and career development programs, including Associate Training System, Management Training System, and District Manager in Training.
  • Merchandise discounts.
  • Incentive trips and contests.
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