Assistant Store Manager - Woodbridge Mall NJ, Woodbridge, NJ
About The Position
The Assistant Store Manager assists the Store Manager in overseeing daily retail store operations to support maximum sales and profitability. This includes merchandising execution, expense and inventory management, team training and development, human resources activities, and providing outstanding customer service. The role is responsible for staff performance and policy compliance, helps manage budgets and shrink, and supports operational, safety, and business standards. The position may require work in multiple stores in the assigned district. The standard work week does not exceed 40 hours, and the schedule is flexible, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- At least one year of retail management experience.
- Solid knowledge of business and excellent command of English to communicate effectively with management, associates, and customers.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with poise, tact, and diplomacy.
- Ability to think strategically and plan and organize effectively.
- Professionalism in all situations.
- Analytical ability to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to administrative problems, and prioritize work.
- Results-driven, with critical and creative thinking skills; project management, time management, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and use independent judgment, compassion, and diplomacy.
- Ability to plan, organize, multitask, set priorities, and respond proactively to changing demands from multiple sources.
- Ability to execute directives with precision and consistency.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
- Willingness to work in multiple stores in the assigned district.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work extended hours during critical project phases and in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with flexibility.
- Reliable transportation.
- Willingness to travel by car, plane, or train.
Responsibilities
- Support the Store Manager in daily store operations and the achievement of sales and profitability goals.
- Oversee the quality and performance of retail store staff.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Model effective leadership to build commitment to store goals and training standards.
- Assist with recruitment, selection, training, and development of store personnel.
- Assist with and provide feedback on annual performance evaluations for store employees.
- Assist with expense management and develop strategies to keep store performance in line with budget.
- Help monitor and identify potential loss or inventory inconsistencies to achieve shrink goals at or below company plan.
- Monitor and control operational compliance, safety, and business standards.
- Support employee training in suggested selling and merchandising techniques.
- Uphold customer service standards and provide a friendly environment for customers.
- Assist with accurate, regular merchandise inventory counts.
- Perform other assigned duties.
Benefits
- Bonus opportunity if guidelines or criteria are met.
- Company 401(k) plan for all roles.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time roles.
- Company-paid time off for full-time roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
