Assistant Manager

Leslie's; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Extensive paid training

Job summary

Leslie's is seeking an Assistant Manager in Temecula to help drive store performance, customer service excellence, and profitability. You will learn store operations, mentor staff, and lead by example in daily customer interactions.

The role requires hands-on leadership, 1 year in retail or customer service, and a commitment to safety and training. Competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of customer service or retail experience.
• Experience managing/leading a team.
• Ability to complete required training within two months of hire.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the General Manager to learn store operations, sales plans, profitability, and expenses.
• Conduct water analysis and mechanical repairs.
• Increase commercial and residential sales and customer counts.
• Ensure that the team follows 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, including daily bank deposits.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication skills

Training & development

POS familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Computer proficiency

Job description

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.

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 an expectation of providing excellent customer service as you lead by example.

Pay

$17.90 - $19.90 /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)
• 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.

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.