DSW: Assistant Manager

DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Moncton is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a team in delivering exceptional customer experiences. You will drive sales, manage operations, and recruit talent while fostering an inclusive atmosphere. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong leadership and multitasking abilities, and are proficient in MS Word and Excel. This role offers a competitive benefits package and significant growth opportunities.

Benefits

30% employee discount

Competitive benefits package

Paid Time Off

Flexible scheduling

Monthly bonus potential

Qualifications

• Proven success in achieving sales and profitability targets.
• Positive and energetic team player.
• Proficiency in computer use including email and spreadsheets.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including days and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to achieve store objectives and enhance customer experiences.
• Recruit, manage, and develop top talent.
• Implement agile business plans and foster teamwork.
• Maintain open lines of communication with the Store Manager.

Skills

Leadership capability

Team motivation

Customer service

Multitasking

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Job Description

At Designer Brands Canada, we encourage you to be yourself and respect others for who they are. Our diversity makes us strong and creates an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone’s self-expression is highly valued. We know that fostering diversity and inclusion brings out your full potential and creates an engaging environment for everyone. We believe that you, in all your uniqueness, belong at Designer Brands (Canada) and welcome all applicants.

We’re looking for an Assistant Manager for our DSW banner 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, which fosters inclusivity and diverse customer connections. In this role, you will be responsible for coaching and leading the team to achieve store objectives, which includes in-store sales, web orders, goals, recruiting, performance management, training, and development. Your ability to problem solve, thrive in a past pace environment, lead a dynamic team, collaborate and execute on operational excellence will be key to your success in this role.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Assumes leadership role with accountability for maximizing store business results by consistently creating exceptional Customer experiences.
• Facilitates achievement of business results by role modelling a shopping experience that encourages uniquely responsive Customer service, compelling merchandise presentation and operational integrity that will encourage positive customer connections and loyalty
• Lead an operationally sound business by balancing company policies, procedures, shrink/loss prevention, payroll, reporting, and scheduling
• Recruit, manage, develop, and train top talent who have a love of shoes
• Achieves company objectives and enhance the DSW brand image by modeling our values of Passion, Accountability, Collaboration, and Authenticity/humility
• Develops and implement agile business plans to achieve results.
• Fosters teamwork, collaboration and change advocacy within the store and district.
• Maintain effective, open lines of communication with the Store Manager.

Qualifications

• Proven success in the achievement of sales and profitability targets
• Positive and energetic team player with a strong leadership capability
• Proven ability to motivate others
• Proficiency in computer use, including e-mail, MS Word or other word processing program and Excel or other spreadsheet programs.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while also being committed to creating a compelling customer experience
• Ability to work, days, closing shifts and weekends

Benefits

As a Designer Brands associate, you are eligible to:

• a 30% discount off 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)
• Flexible scheduling
• Additional benefits include monthly bonus potential, opportunities
• 24/7 support available through our Employee Assistance Program to speak with licensed counselors, work/life specialists, legal and financial assistance, and more.
• Unlimited opportunity for growth and training and development programs
• Open Door Policy and MUCH MORE

At Designer Brands Canada, we encourage you to be yourself and respect others for who they are. Our diversity makes us strong and creates an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone’s self-expression is highly valued. Accommodations are available upon request to individuals who self-identify as having a disability or special need.