Assistant Manager

Hibbett; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Hibbett I City Gear in Newport News, Virginia is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the Store Manager in daily operations, inventory control, merchandising, scheduling, and guest services. You will help set the action plans to reach store goals and ensure policies are followed.

The ideal candidate has retail experience, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to lead and train associates.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail environment, preferably footwear/athletic apparel.
• 1–3 years of customer service experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-player with initiative and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in controlling store assets and executing action plans for selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering and scheduling.
• Lead in the absence of Store Manager and train/advise employees as needed.
• Ensure high-quality customer service and promote merchandise in the store.
• Monitor inventory movement, sales statistics, and expenses to support profitability.
• Uphold company policies and procedures across all departments.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Team leadership

Retail experience

Job description

HB: 01676 Newport News, Virginia (Jefferson Commons)

Hourly

$16.60 - $16.60

Job Title: Assistant Manager

Department: Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Store Manager

The Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting and consulting the Store Manager and regarding overall operations and administrative duties, including determining the methods and approaches necessary to accomplish the store’s goals. The Assistant Manager is knowledgeable in each product area or department in our store. Upholds policies, procedures and standards listed in the visual manual. The Assistant Manager is passionate about giving outstanding customer service and promoting the merchandise in stores. The Assistant Manager assumes supervisory control in the Store Manager’s absence and is trained in Store Manager Responsibilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in controlling the assets of Hibbett I City Gear


• Consults with Store Manager in establishing action plan to accomplish departmental and overall store responsibilities such as selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling.


• Assumes responsibility of the entire store in the absence of the Store Manager.


• Consult with the Store Manager in establishing action plans to accomplish departmental and overall store responsibilities such as selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling.


• Assist the Store Manager in overall personnel recruiting, training, and evaluation.


• Provides knowledge and guidance to employees and customers in all departments when necessary.


• Is aware of inventory, sales statistics, and expenses to ensure profitability in all departments.


• Direct staff to ensure each department’s responsibilities and standards are completed.


• Keeps the Store Manager informed about inventory movement and customer trends.


• Assures quality customer service is maintained.


• Performs general administrative duties as needed and is trained in the Store Manager’s responsibilities.


• Produce and give extraordinary customer service highlighted in the customer service manual, including helping customers as they enter the store, and helping multiple customers during peak periods.


• Promote and sell services and merchandise provided by Hibbett I City Gear


• Practice and uphold all Hibbett I City Gear policies, procedures, and standards as listed in the operations policy manual, personnel policy manual, visual manual, customer service manual, and memos with the company’s direction.


• Protect the company’s assets and financial information by ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of internal control procedures and informing management and/or appropriate officials of potential fraud risk.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises employees in the absence of the Store Manager. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; and resolving problems.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a retail environment, preferably in footwear and athletic apparel.


• 1-3 years of customer service experience.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.


• Ability to assist in managing a team and keep up with overall goals and profits.


• Is a self-starter, has initiative to take on important tasks without being asked.


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and with precision.


• Is a team-player, passionate about outstanding customer service and selling merchandise.

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