Assistant Manager

Leslie's Poolmart; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leslie's Poolmart is searching for an Assistant Manager to support store operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and sales performance. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least a year of retail experience. The position includes training team members, conducting water analysis, and managing inventory effectively. Opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

401K with company match

Employee discounts

Extensive paid training

Rewards for top performers

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 1 year of customer service or retail experience.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support store performance to meet sales plans and customer service standards.
• Train and develop the team while ensuring a welcoming store environment.
• Conduct water analysis and mechanical repairs.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Customer Service

Retail Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S :

Leslie’s pool supplies is the “World’s Largest Retailer of Swimming Pool Supplies.” With over 1,000 retail stores in 39 states plus Pro, Service, E-Commerce, Production, and Distribution divisions, there are many career opportunities at Leslie’s. With over 60 years of providing the best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our team members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie’s.

Job Overview :

As the Assistant Manager (AM), you will support the performance of a Leslie's store to ensure that it meets or exceeds customer service standards, sales plans, profitability, operating procedures, and all merchandising objectives. You will also learn best practices to train and develop your team and set the expectation of providing excellent customer service as you lead by example.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the General Manager to learn overall expectations and procedures of store operations, sales plans, profit margins, payroll and all controllable expenses. (P&L)
• Conducted water analysis and mechanical repairs
• Increase commercial and residential sales and customer counts
• Ensure that the team is following all safety protocols
• Identifying new talent to join the team
• Maintain a welcoming store environment
• Assist with merchandising and inventory control
• Opening and closing store responsibilities that may include the delivery of daily bank deposit

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, or currently attending High School
• A valid driver's license with reliable transportation
• 1 year of customer service experience or retail experience
• Experience managing/leading a team
• Ability to achieve placement in the succession program.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency with computers.
• Ability to complete required training within two months of hire.
• The ability to lift 50 lbs.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 / hour

We offer our employees competitive compensation, extensive paid training, comprehensive and flexible suite of benefits package, 401K with company match, team member discounts, rewards for top performers, and most importantly career advancement opportunities.

Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is committed to developing and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within our company and the communities we serve. A key aspect of building a great team is valuing ideas from many viewpoints, which is why we place a priority on identifying and hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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