Asistant manager

The Buckle, Inc.; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

The Buckle, Inc. in Eau Claire, WI is seeking a full-time Assistant Manager to support daily store operations, guest service, and visual merchandising standards.

You will lead and coach teammates, assist with scheduling, inventory, and loss prevention, and collaborate with leadership to drive sales, while maintaining a positive, engaging work environment aligned with Buckle's mission.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail sales and guest service.
• Proven track record in team leadership.
• Ability to manage store operations and cash handling.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with POS systems and scheduling tools.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent is typically expected.

Responsibilities

• Support daily store operations and oversee sales floor activities.
• Maintain guest service and visual merchandising standards.
• Lead and coach teammates; assist with training and scheduling.
• Monitor store performance; assist with inventory management and stock replenishment.
• Uphold loss prevention and safety policies; collaborate with leadership to drive sales.
• Implement promotional initiatives and foster a positive, engaging work environment.

Skills

Retail sales

Guest service

Team leadership

Inventory control

Cash handling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Email

Job description

Company Description Buckle, Inc. is a specialty retailer operating over 440 stores in 42 states, with a mission focused on creating the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for guests. Supported by more than 9,000 teammates, Buckle has exceeded $1 billion in sales and is recognized as a leading destination for denim and contemporary apparel. The company offers competitive wages, flexible scheduling, a generous employee discount, and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time teammates. Buckle promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates can visit www.buckle.jobs to explore more about career opportunities and company culture.

Role Description The Assistant Manager role at The Buckle, Inc. is a full-time, on-site position based in Eau Claire, WI. This role supports daily store operations, including overseeing sales floor activities, ensuring excellent guest service, and maintaining visual merchandising standards. The Assistant Manager helps lead and motivate the team, assists with training and coaching teammates, and contributes to scheduling and task delegation. Day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring store performance, supporting inventory management and stock replenishment, and upholding loss prevention and safety policies. The role also collaborates with store leadership to drive sales, implement promotional initiatives, and foster a positive, engaging work environment aligned with Buckle's mission.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in retail sales, guest service, and relationship building in a customer-focused environment.
• Experience with team leadership, coaching, and basic people management in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to handle store operations, including cash handling, inventory support, and adherence to loss prevention procedures.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Comfort with basic technology used in retail (point-of-sale systems, scheduling tools, and email).
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require.
• Previous retail or supervisory experience is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is typically expected.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and move merchandise when needed, with or without reasonable accommodation.