Assistant Store Manager

The Assistant Store Manager plays a pivotal role in driving sales and fostering a delightful customer experience within our retail stores. This individual will contribute to the formulation of a robust store strategy, aligning the team with our corporate values and mission. In addition to overseeing operational tasks such as opening/closing procedures, inventory management, and visual merchandising, the ASM will serve as a key collaborator in accomplishing store objectives and nurturing team development. The ASM is expected to exemplify effective sales techniques, leading by example across all facets of the role.

Responsibilities:

• Exceed personal and store sales goals, setting a benchmark for the team and facilitating the development of sales skills among team members.
• Devise and implement sales strategies to optimize revenue, ensuring an outstanding customer experience and upholding key performance indicators.
• Capture and manage client information comprehensively, including phone numbers, email addresses, and physical addresses.Demonstrate adept problem-solving skills by quickly identifying customer needs and addressing objections, if raised.
• Showcase a thorough understanding of store merchandise, pricing models, and familiarity with the sales floor and stockroom layout.
• Ensure the store maintains high standards of housekeeping and visual merchandising.Utilize proficiency in various computer systems and applications, including POS, CRM systems, and inventory management tools.
• Enforce the store's inventory security measures by adhering to the company's loss prevention program.
• Adhere to all operational policies and procedures outlined by the store.
• Assist the Store Manager in coaching and mentoring employees to enhance their individual and team performance.
• Collaborate with the Store Manager in the recruitment and interviewing process for new employees, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience.

Requirements

• Prior retail management experience, ideally with 1+ years in Assistant Manager responsibilities.

• A results-oriented individual with a strong sales focus, capable of leading and coaching team members towards success.
• Possess a positive, high-energy, friendly, and engaging personality; willingness to initiate customer interactions and guide them through the store.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective interactions with customers and corporate partners.
• Proficient with technology, including the ability to operate retail POS systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, email, etc.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds when merchandising the sales floor and comfortable using ladders or stairs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in coaching and mentoring employees, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds when merchandising the sales floor and comfortable using ladders or stairs.Demonstrated proficiency in coaching and mentoring employees, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.

Benefits

• Sick Day allowance for unforeseen health needs.
• Attractive Discounts on products.
• Employee Wellness programs to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Monthly Bonus incentives to recognize and reward outstanding performance.
• Enjoy two weekends off each month for enhanced work-life balance.
• Access to 401(K) retirement plans, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and Pre-Tax commuter benefits.

Qualification

High School or equivalent