Retail Assistant Store Manager | Oak Park
About The Position
Assistant Store Manager Position Summary: We are seeking a dynamic Assistant Store Manager to help lead our retail team in delivering exceptional customer experiences while supporting daily operations and achieving business goals. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Development Support Store Manager in training, coaching, and developing store associates Foster effective communication across all team members Lead by example in providing outstanding customer service Assist in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new team members Sales & Operations Drive sales performance through team motivation and leadership Execute operational procedures including opening/closing protocols Manage inventory control and stockroom organization Oversee accurate processing of shipments and merchandise flow Monitor and maintain shrink prevention measures Ensure store meets visual merchandising standards Customer Experience Create an engaging shopping environment Resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently Maintain store appearance and cleanliness Lead team in delivering personalized service Administrative Duties Support payroll management and scheduling Maintain accurate financial records and reports Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Assist with loss prevention initiatives
Requirements
- 2+ years retail management experience
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities
- Passion for retail and fashion
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Physical ability to perform tasks like standing, lifting, and moving merchandise
- Embody company values and culture
- Maintain professional appearance and attitude
- Act as a brand ambassador both in-store and in the community
- Stay current with fashion trends and product knowledge
Responsibilities
- Support Store Manager in training, coaching, and developing store associates
- Foster effective communication across all team members
- Lead by example in providing outstanding customer service
- Assist in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new team members
- Drive sales performance through team motivation and leadership
- Execute operational procedures including opening/closing protocols
- Manage inventory control and stockroom organization
- Oversee accurate processing of shipments and merchandise flow
- Monitor and maintain shrink prevention measures
- Ensure store meets visual merchandising standards
- Create an engaging shopping environment
- Resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently
- Maintain store appearance and cleanliness
- Lead team in delivering personalized service
- Support payroll management and scheduling
- Maintain accurate financial records and reports
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Assist with loss prevention initiatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
