Assistant Manager

Leslie's; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Employee discounts

Paid training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Leslie’s in Olathe, KS is seeking an Assistant Manager to support store performance, maintain customer service standards, and help achieve sales goals. You will lead by example, train team members, and learn best practices in store operations, merchandising, and safety.

The role offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities for career growth within Leslie’s. Excellent communication and a customer-focused mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team or supervising others.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer proficiency and cash register familiarity.
• Ability to learn store operations and safety procedures.
• Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support store performance, customer service standards, and sales plans.
• Learn and train team; lead by example in daily operations.
• Collaborate with the General Manager on store procedures and expenses.
• Contribute to merchandising, inventory control, and safety compliance.
• Assist with opening/closing duties and daily bank deposits.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Customer service

Retail experience

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.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 / Hourly

Compensation within range to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge and skills, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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)


• Conduct water analysis and mechanical repairs


• Increase commercial and residential sales and customer counts


• Ensure that the team is following all safety protocols


• Identify new talent to join the team


• Maintain a welcoming store environment


• Assist with merchandising and inventory control


• Open and close store responsibilities that may include delivery of the 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

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.