Assistant Store Manager, Cornell Retail Services

Cornell University•Ithaca, MI

2d•$65,447 - $75,632•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Store Manager supports the overall performance and success of the unit’s main store located on Cornell’s Central Campus. Specifically, this position assists with the oversight of daily operations and logistics surrounding all aspects of the sales floor and staff management to ensure and improve upon customer and employee satisfaction. Additionally, this role is expected to support the financial performance of Cornell Retail Services by increasing sales revenue. This role will execute and monitor customer service standards and targets that are established by the Store Manager. Through the supervision of several department supervisors along with their direct reports, the Assistant Store Manager is expected to lead by example, motivate and develop an engaged and dynamic team. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others.

Requirements

Trade or technical school degree and 2 to 4 years relevant experience or equivalent combination.
Prior supervisory experience or experience in managing effective teams
Technical/computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office software as well as previous experience with retail inventory management systems including POS software
Proven experience connecting inclusion, belonging and wellbeing practices to business goals.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or additional relevant management experience
Work experience in a retail field or managerial capacity is strongly preferred.
Advanced experience using and leveraging inventory management tools, retail POS systems, and/or financial reporting tools is highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience training and coaching effective sales and service behaviors are also preferred.

Responsibilities

Guide and motivate the team to achieve store goals while maintaining a positive work environment.
Actively involved with staff performance by providing regular coaching, daily feedback, consistent training, and development opportunities.
Demonstrate high standards for customer service, ensuring that all customers have a positive and satisfying shopping experience including resolving all unexpected issues or concerns quickly with tact and diplomacy.
Have strong analytical skills to interpret sales data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions that enhance store performance.
Demonstrate strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, problem-solve and prioritize in an ever-changing environment.
Ensure all operational and University policies and procedures are implemented and maintained in a positive and consistent manner, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and security protocols.