Assistand Manager

Columbia Sportswear Company; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus Program to award store

Medical with FSA/HSA options

Dental

Vision

401(k) with company matching

Paid Time Off

Floating Holidays

Well-being plans

Employee discounts

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear Company is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to join our Store Leadership Team. You will assist the Store Manager to ensure effective store operations, drive sales, and deliver exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will lead staff, hire and train associates, and focus on inventory, replenishment, and performance coaching to meet goals and uphold the brand standard across our King of Prussia location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, with 5+ years in a retail leadership role.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills for a store team.
• Proficient with POS and in-store systems and customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise store staff to achieve service, sales, and operational goals.
• Assist the Store Manager with interviewing, hiring, and training staff.
• Ensure effective inventory, replenishment, and shrink control processes.
• Provide coaching to maintain performance standards and customer service quality.
• Foster a positive, collaborative environment and represent the brand.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Team collaboration

POS operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

POS system

In-store computerized systems

Telephone (customer interactions)

Job description

Location: 160 North Gulph Road Suite 2330 King of Prussia, PA 19406

Total Rewards

• Quarterly Bonus Program to award store performance
• Comprehensive Medical with FSA/HSA options
• Dental
• Vision
• Well-being plans
• 401(k) participation with company matching
• Paid Time Off
• Floating Holidays
• Quarterly reimbursement program to support your health and fitness
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) which provide access to free mental health services, financial services, discounts on fitness programs, and more.
• Community impact: We give back with paid Culture and Community and Volunteer Hours to support your passion!
• Growth opportunities: Grow your career with the Tuition Assistance Program and learning/development courses
• Employee discounts from all our brands including Columbia, prAna, Sorel, and Mountain Hardwear

ABOUT THE POSITION

With over 430 retail stores worldwide, our Store Leadership Teams are essential to our business. From ensuring effective store operations, strategies, and procedures, to guiding and developing team members, our Store Leadership Teams help create memorable customer experiences while supporting and helping drive the company’s mission of “Connecting Active People with Their Passions.” As an Assistant Store Manager, you will be a key member of the Store Leadership Team, and you will assist the Store Manager to ensure effective store operations. This role executes strategies to improve customer service, drive store sales, and increase profitability. Serving as a positive role model and leader, this position will support the Store Manager in cultivating a collaborative team environment and delivering exceptional customer service.

Related Job Titles: Assistant Manager, Operations Manager, Retail Assistant Manager, and Co-Manager.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Provide leadership and direction to store staff, including supervisors and associates. Execute and support plans to enhance employee productivity and performance. Assist the Store Manager in interviewing, hiring, training, and coaching staff, as necessary. Provide coaching and direction on a day-to-day basis to ensure staff performance standards are met. Maintain appropriate inventory levels through effective replenishment, organization, shrink control, and communication. Assist the Store Manager with the development and implementation of action plans to address any issues relating to store sales, goals, safety, training, and personnel development.

YOU HAVE

No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred) 5+ years of experience in position or specialization Skill operating a Point of Sales (POS) system, other in-store computerized systems, and telephone. Ability to use judgment to identify and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems. Effective communication skills; able to exchange ideas and information with the store leadership team, associates, and consumers.

JOB CONDITIONS

Frequently in an active environment (i.e., requires the ability to constantly move about) that can be physical or strenuous (frequently adjusting/moving items weighing up to 40 lbs.), may frequently use specialized equipment, may have exposure to dust and noise. Occasionally requires the ability to work in a place. Ability to communicate clearly with others. Availability to work a flexible retail schedule, which may change seasonally and in response to location-specific business trends or forecasts. All local, state, and federal laws are adhered to when evaluating your availability. #LI-RM1

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

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Benefits

• Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match.
• Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services).
• In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services.
• We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.

Company Overview

Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company is a global leader in designing, sourcing, marketing, and distributing outdoor and active lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment. Our four primary brands — Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, SOREL and prAna — complement each other to address the diverse needs of active consumers and their products have gained an international reputation for their innovation, quality and performance. Learn more about our family of brands here.