306-PT Assistant Manager - Store

Ashley Stewart, Inc.; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Ashley Stewart, Inc. is seeking a PT Assistant Manager in Springfield, Ohio. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales, providing exceptional customer service, and maintaining store operations during their shift. The role requires a high school diploma, 1-2 years of retail experience, and excellent communication skills. The Assistant Manager will also assist with merchandising and scheduling events. The position may require standing for long periods and working flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of prior retail experience.
• High level of initiative and accountability.
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and assist the Store Manager in evaluating business.
• Provide exceptional customer service experience.
• Maintain high standards in store operations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Retail math principles

Detail-oriented

Ability to use a POS system

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

The PT Assistant Manager is responsible for the execution of all operational, merchandising and managerial functions that occur within the store during their assigned shift. In the absence of the Store Manager, the Assistant Manager serves as the manager‑on‑duty charged with all daily operational responsibilities and supervision of Sales Associates for the store to which they are assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving Sales:
  • Drive sales to achieve and exceed the financial plan.
  • Assist the Store Manager in evaluating the business and taking proactive steps to improve results.
  • Assist in setting and monitoring store goals (individual, daily, weekly).
  • Assist in managing store expenses.
  • Ensure all funds and merchandise are handled according to Company policy and procedure.
  • Assist in maintaining final report accountability for store operations, associate development and financial contribution.
  • Assist with scheduling a minimum of one grassroots event per quarter.
  • Effectively manage merchandise and market externally to build the business.
• Marketing Initiatives:
  • Utilize social media to drive traffic to stores for events, recruitment and sales generation.
  • Assist the Store Manager with scheduling a minimum of one grassroots event per quarter.
  • Assist the Store Manager with driving PLCC and email capture.
• Customer Experience:
  • Provide an exceptional customer service experience to all customers.
  • Properly zone the store for optimum selling and customer experience.
  • Serve as a product knowledge expert to educate customers and Associates.
  • Successfully model the Company values; hold all Associates accountable to do the same.
  • Serve as a role model to all Associates for exceptional customer service through customer experience.
• Operations:
  • Serve as manager on duty in the absence of the Store Manager and Full‑Time Assistant Manager.
  • Communicate with Store Manager and Full‑Time Assistant Manager about areas of importance.
  • Conduct Take 5’s to ensure all Associates are updated on daily Company and store communications.
  • Maintain the highest standards in store operations in relation to the Policy and Procedures manual.
  • Partner with store Associates to ensure neatness, maintenance and cleanliness of the store.
  • Execute merchandise displays and visuals to enhance the Brand.
  • Assist in placing supply orders and monitoring inventory levels.
  • Effectively manage time for self and Associates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of prior retail experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply retail math principles.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to use a POS system.
• High level of initiative and accountability.
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
• Detail‑oriented; consistently meets deadlines.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift 30 lbs and perform pushing, pulling, bending and stretching frequently.
• Stand for periods of 8–10 hours a day.
• Use ladders or other equipment for store and merchandising maintenance.
• Work a flexible schedule to include some holidays, most weekends and/or late evenings.
• Minimal travel may be required (e.g., district meetings, banking duties).