449- PT Assistant Manager - Store

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

Job summary

Ashley Stewart, Inc. is seeking a PT Assistant Manager in Richmond, Virginia. This role entails overseeing daily store operations, managing Sales Associates, and ensuring exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate will have at least a high school diploma and 1-2 years of retail experience, alongside strong communication and computer skills. Flexibility to work various shifts is also required.

Join us in driving sales and creating an exceptional shopping experience for our customers!

Qualifications

• 1 – 2 years prior retail experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Drive sales to achieve financial goals.
• Provide exceptional customer service experience.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Retail math principles

Computer skills and POS systems

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

449 White Oaks Village, 4501 S. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Position Summary

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 will serve as the manager-on-duty charged with all daily operational responsibilities and supervision of Sales Associates for the store to which they are assigned.

Driving Sales

• Drive sales to achieve and exceed financial plan.
• Assist Store Manager in evaluating the business and take 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 1 grass‑root event per quarter.
• Effectively manage merchandise.
• Must effectively market externally to build their business.

Marketing Initiatives

• Utilizes social media to drive traffic to stores for events, recruiting and generation of sales.
• Assist Store Manager with scheduling a minimum of 1 grass‑root event per quarter.
• Assist Store Manager with driving PLCC and email capture.

Customer Experience

• Provide an exceptional customer service experience to all customers.
• Properly zone store for optimum selling and customer experience.
• Serve as 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 on 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 the 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.

Knowledge, Skills, & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 – 2 years 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.

Essential Work Requirements

• Ability to lift 30 lbs, pushing, pulling, bending and stretching frequently.
• Stand for periods of 8 – 10 hours a day.
• Use ladders or other equipment, for the purpose of 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.
• Daily interaction across all divisions/levels.