DSW : Assistant Manager

Designer Brands; Ajax; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Designer Brands is seeking an Assistant Manager for their DSW store in Ajax. This role involves leading a dynamic team, enhancing customer experiences, and achieving sales targets. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, a passion for customer service, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include a 30% discount, competitive benefits package, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

30% discount on regular-priced merchandise

Competitive benefits package

Paid Time Off

Monthly bonus potential

Training and development opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Unlimited growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven success in achieving sales and profitability targets.
• Positive, energetic team player with strong leadership skills.
• Availability to work days, closing shifts, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assuming a leadership role with accountability for maximizing store results.
• Recruiting, managing, developing, and training top talent.
• Developing and implementing agile business plans to achieve results.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Multitasking

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

WILL YOUR SHOES TAKE YOU TO A CAREER AT DSW?

We’re looking for an Assistant Manager for our DSW store who will put their best foot forward.

As an Assistant Manager, you will report to the Store Manager and assist in leading the store environment, fostering inclusivity and diverse customer connections. You will be responsible for coaching and leading the team to achieve store objectives, including in-store sales, web orders, recruiting, performance management, training, and development. Your ability to problem-solve, thrive in a fast-paced environment, lead a dynamic team, collaborate, and execute operational excellence will be key to your success.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Assuming a leadership role with accountability for maximizing store results by creating exceptional customer experiences.
• Facilitating achievement of business results through responsive customer service, compelling merchandise presentation, and operational integrity that encourages customer loyalty.
• Leading an operationally sound business by balancing company policies, procedures, shrink/loss prevention, payroll, reporting, and scheduling.
• Recruiting, managing, developing, and training top talent passionate about shoes.
• Achieving company objectives and enhancing the DSW brand image by modeling our values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, and Authenticity/Humility.
• Developing and implementing agile business plans to achieve results.
• Fostering teamwork, collaboration, and change advocacy within the store and district.
• Maintaining effective, open communication with the Store Manager.

Qualifications :

• Proven success in achieving sales and profitability targets.
• Positive, energetic team player with strong leadership skills.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Proficiency in computer use, including email, MS Word, and Excel.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while creating a compelling customer experience.
• Availability to work days, closing shifts, and weekends.

Working here is a shoe lover’s dream: As a Designer Brands associate, you are eligible for:

• A 30% discount at our stores on regular-priced merchandise.
• A competitive benefits package (Full-Time Associates Only).
• Paid Time Off (Personal Days & Vacation - Full-Time Associates Only).
• Additional benefits include monthly bonus potential and training and development opportunities.
• 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Program, offering access to licensed counselors, work/life specialists, legal, and financial assistance.
• Unlimited opportunities for growth and development programs.