Assistant Store Manager FT - Potomac Mills

AKIRA • Woodbridge, VA

7d • $48,000 - $60,000

About The Position

AKIRA Assistant Store Managers are goal-driven leaders and dynamic salespeople. They are deeply committed to delivering a world-class styling experience, fostering a high-energy team environment, and driving consistent results. By leading through action and operating with an ownership mindset, our Assistant Store Managers play a critical role in talent development, customer satisfaction, and store performance.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of retail experience, with some exposure to leadership or management
• Passion for fashion and strong awareness of current trends
• High energy, strong work ethic, and performance-driven mindset
• Leadership potential with ability to guide, support, and motivate a team
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Willingness to adapt to change, take initiative, and solve problems
• Familiarity with visual merchandising and exceptional customer service standards
• Basic knowledge of store operations including inventory control and loss prevention
• Collaborative spirit with the ability to build strong working relationships
• Ability to repetitively push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods, including 10–12 hour shifts

Responsibilities

• Assist store management in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional team members
• Support training, coaching, and talent retention to build a high-performing team
• Help create and maintain a positive, energized, and inclusive store atmosphere
• Reinforce and embody AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling on the floor
• Deliver real-time and written performance feedback to team members
• Motivate and inspire employees to exceed individual and team goals
• Ensure daily operations, merchandising, and store visuals meet AKIRA standards
• Support in upholding and enforcing company policies and procedures
• Achieve and exceed personal sales goals with passion and consistency
• Contribute to overall store sales goals (daily, weekly, and monthly)
• Lead by example and promote AKIRA's brand values and 4 Principles

Benefits

• AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full-time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount.
• We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities.
• Most importantly, what has propelled AKIRA's growth and success over the years has been the dynamic culture within the company - if you're filled with passion, have a strong desire to get things done, and if you want to go to a place where you know your work matters and where you can implement your ideas and decisions, then AKIRA just might be the place for you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed