Assistant Store Manager

Icing • Bellevue, WA

2d • $21 - $24

About The Position

At Claire's, we're all about self-expression, creativity, and bringing the latest trends to life for our customers. If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, love engaging with customers, and have a passion for driving sales, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Requirements

• Sales-Driven Mindset: You thrive on meeting and exceeding sales targets, always looking for ways to maximize opportunities.
• Customer-Centric Approach: You're passionate about providing exceptional service and creating memorable shopping experiences.
• Retail & Leadership Experience: At least one year of retail management experience preferred, with a proven ability to drive sales and support team success.
• Confidence in Piercing Services: Willingness to become a trained piercing specialist and provide expert guidance to customers.
• Strong Communication & Selling Skills: You know how to engage customers, build relationships, and close the sale.
• Ability to Work Independently: You're self-motivated, organized, and can take charge when needed.
• You can conduct piercings and demonstrate patience and empathy, particularly with young or anxious customers.
• You are proficient in operating a POS system to facilitate transactions and manage sales efficiently, contributing to smooth store operations.
• You hold a high school diploma or equivalent and have a minimum of one year of retail management experience, along with at least one year of overall retail experience.
• You can stand during scheduled shifts and maneuver 11-35kg (25-75lbs).
• You can bend, stoop, extended reaching, and climb ladders or step stools while placing merchandise throughout the store and assisting customers.
• You are passionate about providing our customers with opportunities to express themselves freely every day.
• You are energized by interacting with customers and stive to provide excellent service throughout their visit.
• You are inspired by our values of teamwork, compassion, integrity, customer delight, diversity, and self-expression.
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with customers, employees, and management.
• You possess a strong grasp of mathematics, essential for tasks such as inventory management, sales analysis, and cash handling.
• You're a driven team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• You're self-motivated and organized, as some of our stores may require you to work alone at times.
• You show a passion for fashion and stay up to date with the latest trends, which can contribute to enhancing the customer experience and driving sales.
• You can create a curated fashion look with product during your shift.

Responsibilities

• Sales Leadership & Profit Growth: Take ownership of store sales by delivering outstanding customer experience, upselling products, and implementing promotions to maximize revenue. You'll be at the forefront of driving store performance.
• Customer Engagement & Experience: Every customer interaction is a chance to create a loyal shopper! Use your enthusiasm and product knowledge to provide personalized styling advice, recommend add-ons, and enhance their shopping journey.
• Expert Piercing Services: Become a trusted piercing specialist through our training program. Provide a safe, fun, and professional experience that keeps customers coming back.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the store runs smoothly by maintaining inventory accuracy, handling transactions efficiently, and keeping the store well-merchandised and visually appealing to drive foot traffic.
• Team Support & Sales Coaching: Work alongside your Store Manager to train and motivate team members in achieving sales goals and delivering top-notch customer service.
• Trend-Driven Brand Representation: Showcase Claire's products and services with enthusiasm. Stay up to date with the latest fashion trends and translate that knowledge into compelling product recommendations and styling tips for customers.

Benefits

• Full-Time employees will be eligible for benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance)
• Generous employee discount on Claire's products
• Opportunities for advancement and career development
• Fun and inclusive work environment with supportive teammates
• Benefits for full-time employees included medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary welfare plans, bonus plan eligibility, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time and paid leave.
• Benefits for part-time employees included voluntary welfare plans, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time and paid leave in required states.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED