PT Assistant Manager - Store 503

Ashley Stewart•Evergreen Park, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The PT Assistant Manager executes operational, merchandising, and managerial functions during their assigned shift. When the Store Manager and Full Time Assistant Manager are absent, this role serves as manager on duty, responsible for daily store operations and supervision of Sales Associates. The position supports sales and financial goals, customer experience, marketing initiatives, merchandise management, and store operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–2 years of prior retail experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to apply retail math principles.
Excellent computer skills and ability to use a POS system.
High level of initiative and accountability.
Proven ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
Detail-oriented and consistently meets deadlines.
Ability to lift 30 pounds and frequently push, pull, bend, and stretch.
Ability to stand for 8–10 hours a day.
Ability to use ladders or other equipment for store and merchandising maintenance.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including some holidays, most weekends, and/or late evenings.
Minimal travel may be required, such as for district meetings or banking duties.

Responsibilities

Drive sales to achieve and exceed the financial plan.
Help evaluate the business and take proactive steps to improve results.
Help set and monitor individual, daily, and weekly store goals.
Assist with managing store expenses and ensuring funds and merchandise are handled according to company policy and procedure.
Assist with accountability for store operations, associate development, and financial contribution.
Help schedule at least one grassroots event per quarter.
Manage merchandise effectively and market externally to build the business.
Use social media to drive store traffic for events, recruiting, and sales generation.
Help drive private-label credit card applications and email capture.
Provide exceptional customer service and properly zone the store for an optimal selling and customer experience.
Educate customers and Associates as a product knowledge expert.
Model company values and hold Associates accountable for doing the same.
Serve as a role model for exceptional customer service.
Serve as manager on duty when the Store Manager and Full Time Assistant Manager are absent.
Communicate important matters with the Store Manager and Full Time Assistant Manager.
Conduct Take 5s to update Associates on daily company and store communications.
Maintain store operating standards in accordance with the Policy and Procedures manual.
Partner with store Associates to maintain store neatness, maintenance, and cleanliness.
Execute merchandise displays and visuals to enhance the brand.
Assist with supply orders and monitor inventory levels.
Manage time effectively for self and Associates.