Assistant Manager

Ardene; Conestoga (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 26,932 - 29,287; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Bonus possibilities

Dynamic and friendly work environment

Employee discount

Upgraded eligibility for Ardene Rewards

Birthday paid off

Wellness days

Wellness initiatives

Cool contests

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Ardene is seeking an Assistant Manager in Conestoga, United States, to support the Store Manager and lead retail operations. The role requires a vibrant leader with at least one year of retail experience, strong customer service, and leadership skills. Responsibilities include overseeing store operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and achieving sales targets. The position offers a dynamic work environment, group insurance, bonuses, and employee discounts, along with flexible work hours including days, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year retail experience in a leadership role.
• Strong time management and priority-setting skills are essential.
• Ability to lead a team in a positive and inclusive manner.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager to achieve sales objectives.
• Oversee all store operations including cleanliness and customer service.
• Provide excellent customer service and coach the team.

Skills

Excellent selling and customer service abilities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Strong time management and priority-setting skills

Ability to delegate tasks and take ownership

Ability to lead a team in a positive manner

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

THIS COULD BE YOU!

Description

Want to be part of an amazing team? If you’re a vibrant and highly motivated leader with an interest in fashion retail – we want to hear from you.

The Role

The Assistant Manager supports the Store Manager to achieve sales objectives, improve employee performance, and ensure efficient store operations. The Assistant Manager must lead by example and inspire their team to generate sales while providing outstanding customer service, projecting the company’s culture and image.

In the absence of the Store Manager, the Assistant Manager oversees all store operations.

Responsibilities Include

• Assisting in the implementation of strategies to achieve the store’s sales and profit budgets.
• Oversee all store operations including opening and closing procedures, store cleanliness, re‑stocking, merchandising, customer service and supervision of the team.
• Providing excellent customer service and coaching their team accordingly.
• Comply with all head office requests regarding store operations.
• Processing purchases at the register.
• Adhering to all company policies.
• Supporting the Store Manager in ensuring company standards are followed according to the employee manual.
• Performing all other related duties as directed by the Store Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1‑year retail experience in a leadership role
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent selling and customer service abilities
• Strong time management and priority‑setting skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to delegate tasks and take ownership
• Ability to lead a team in a positive and inclusive manner

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and climb a ladder
• Move, lift and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store (weighing up to 30 pounds)

Availability Requirements

• Days, evenings and weekends

The expected wage range for this role is between $19.55 - $21.26

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the company.

What’s in it for you?

• Group insurance
• Bonus possibilities
• Dynamic and friendly work environment
• Employee discount
• Upgraded eligibility for Ardene Rewards
• Birthday paid off and Wellness days
• Wellness initiatives
• Cool contests
• Opportunities for growth

Ardene is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment on the basis of an individual’s race, ancestry, color, place of origin, religion, gender, gender identity, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, family status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Selection decisions are solely based on job‑related factors.