Assistant Store Manager

Super-Sod • Marietta, GA

8h • $22 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Using discretion and independent judgement, the Store Assistant Manager will establish and implement short and long-range objectives for the assigned location, oversee related functions and activities, and administer company policies and procedures. This role is for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused retail environment and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves, take on challenges, and lead a team. The ideal candidate is ready to take ownership of operations, drive sales, and lead with purpose in a growing sod company.

Requirements

• One year of supervisory experience.
• Associate degree in Business or equivalent in similar experience.
• Face-to-face / counter sales experience.
• Sales and Customer Service experience.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screening required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• No major safety and moving violations reported on MVR within the past (3) years.
• Must be eligible to drive a company vehicle according to Super-Sod insurance guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of experience with turfgrass sod and seed in a retail setting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communication, or Business Management.
• Additional education in turf management, horticulture, or similar field of study.
• Bilingual skills in English / Spanish are a big plus.
• Must be 19 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Monitors departmental performance, identifying and facilitating opportunities to increase sales, productivity and efficiency.
• Manages daily aspects of the department and its staff to ensure projects are completed and goals and customer needs are met.
• Collaborates with Store Manager to plan and coordinate programs and projects.
• Collaborates with Store Managers to analyze costs, benefits, and losses of company profits.
• Drafts, submits, and presents various performance and management reports.
• Manages both customer and employee conflict and resolves complaints about or within the department.
• Assist Store Manager with daily and monthly inventory.
• Assist Store Manager in monitoring the service and delivery of product to all customers served by location.
• Prepares weekly sales and inventory reports to properly report on previous week’s performance; assist Store Manager in overseeing administrative duties at location.
• Represents the organization with all referral sources; customers, potential clients, partnering companies and vendors.
• Communicates as needed with Outside Sales and Parent Administrative team concerning new developments and/or customer and employee related issues.
• Participates in the interviewing, hiring, training and firing of employees.
• Responsible for coaching, teaching, implementing, inspecting and upholding a safe culture and work environment at the location.
• Occasionally opens and closes facility a minimum of 30 minutes before/after normal business hours.
• Communicates with members of other nodes to effectively support customer service and experience.
• Maintains storefront, displays and inside working areas to ensure workspaces are clean and accessible by employees and customers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive health and wellness plans (medical, dental, vision, HSA, supplemental life, accident, hospital, and critical illness)
• Access to Employee Marketplace
• Employer-sponsored discounts
• Health and Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree