Retail Assistant Manager Destination

SIMPLY SOUTHERN HOLDINGS LLC • Tinton Falls, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Simply Southern is a nationally recognized apparel brand that celebrates the preppy American lifestyle. Founded in Greensboro, NC in 2005, the company has grown from a small apparel kiosk to being sold by over 6,000 independent retailers and operating 27 of its own retail stores across 12 states, employing over 400 people. Simply Southern is passionate about philanthropy, donating to various organizations, notably for sea turtle conservation and ChildFund International, with over $6 million in cash and merchandise donated. The company is looking to hire an Assistant Manager for its Jersey Shore location. Assistant Managers are responsible for leading stores with organization and efficiency, stepping in for the Store Manager when needed, and ensuring employees adhere to all policies and procedures. They are expected to provide exceptional customer service and lead employees through example, training, and development.

Requirements

• Previous experience in the retail industry and management is required
• Excellent communication skills to connect effectively with customers and co-workers
• Possess a positive attitude and ethics which support our values and culture
• Ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume, clean, customer-focused store
• Strong time-management skills; ability to multi-task, prioritize, and organize
• Willingness to learn and develop management skills
• Ability to stand/walk for up to 10 hours per day
• Ability to climb ladders
• Available approximately 40 hours per week; able to work flexible hours necessary to manage and operate the store effectively, including weekends, holidays, and closing shifts as needed
• Requires open availability

Responsibilities

• Train, coach, and develop employees
• Delegate tasks to employees and provide follow-up
• Hold employees accountable for their performance; provide coaching and counseling as needed
• Provide effective, open, and consistent communication on goals during meetings while recognizing positive contributions
• Educate employees on and enforce all appropriate personnel policies, labor laws, and security and safety procedures
• Contribute to the hiring of new employees
• Ensure employees provides fast, friendly, and accurate service
• Effectively handle customer issues; continuously improve audit scores
• Measure customer satisfaction and execute plan to improve both satisfaction and loyalty
• Ensure product quality, store cleanliness, maintenance and security standards are met
• Ensure proper cash handling and deposit procedures are followed
• Ensure appropriate inventory and ordering systems are in place
• Ensuring the completion and efficiency of all other processes within the store, per the managers instruction
• All other tasks assigned by management

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees