Retail Assistant Manager - Pittsburgh Pirates

Fanatics•Pittsburgh, PA

11d

About The Position

The Assistant Manager will take responsibility for the execution of the Associate General Manager and/or General Manager’s strategy to drive operational excellence and deliver results through promotions, special events, and fan engagement. They will support building strong teams at their assigned retail location while providing coaching and performance management for all employees. The Assistant Manager will report to the Associate General Manager and/or General Manager and work a rotating, full-time schedule including days, nights, weekends, extended hours on game days and during events.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred, not required
Minimum two or more years of retail management experience, preferably flagship store/high-profile
Must possess effective communication and problem-solving skills, collaborative with strong influencing and interpersonal skills
The highest level of integrity and ethics, both professional and personal
Experience managing a team of non-exempt employees is strongly preferred
Showed strength in the Microsoft Office Suite and retail point of sales systems
Travel as required to In-Venue Retail sites, hot markets, and other business needs as assigned
Ability to identify key business metrics to develop appropriate plans to drive results
Knowledge of fan base to ensure actions taken are in support of improving the needs of the marketplace
Experience with retail finance, including P&L management
Shown written and verbal communication skills
Ability to lead operational excellence
Ability to work independently while still adhering to company/departmental standards
Ability to provide clear direction to achieve goals and assign tasks to all employees while offering support and follow-up as necessary
Understanding of basic employee relations to comply with company policies, state and/or local laws, and union activity in applicable
Ability to create an inclusive environment that fosters the development of others; supports constructive conflict resolution
Regularly required to sit stand, reach, bend, and move about the facility as needed
Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
Game Day scheduling may have exposure to various weather elements (rainy, windy, cold, high temperatures, etc.) if the assigned location is outside of the shop

Responsibilities

Drive operational excellence and strategic plans by performing actions that support company objectives
Drive back of house operations, Lead stockroom organization
Execute the implementation of all Company initiatives through clearly communicated objectives and team priorities
Analyze metrics, daily operations, and P&L to identify opportunities and build initiatives
Quickly adapt and deliver in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while leading change
Demonstrate and maintain the highest levels of fan experience
Incorporate Fanatics values when planning daily operational excellence for the Team based on direction
Recruit and build a strong team in partnership with the Associate General Manager and/or General Manager while driving a culture of high performance and engagement that translates into an outstanding fan experience
Assess internal talent and recommend a succession plan for employees
Execute ‘Manager on Duty’ responsibilities when appropriate