Assistant Manager, Candy Store — Lead & Grow

Ampersand Brands, LLC; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampersand Brands, LLC in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a full-time Assistant Manager for Lolli & Pops. You will lead store operations, train staff, manage inventory and drive guest engagement to achieve KPI targets.

Responsibilities include hiring, coaching, scheduling, merchandising and daily store management while upholding policies. You will lift up to 40 pounds and stand long hours in a fast-paced retail setting.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and ability to drive store KPIs.
• Experience in hiring, training and motivating team members.
• Ability to manage inventory, merchandising and daily operations.
• Customer-centric approach and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Help drive store-level financial and operational results by monitoring KPI targets and taking action to achieve store targets.
• Keep team focused on guest engagement, suggestive selling, sampling and sharing product knowledge.
• Maximize the sales performance of the team through product knowledge education, coaching selling skills and leading by example.
• Assist in hiring, training, developing and motivating team members.
• Assist the Store Manager with day to day running of the store including ordering, inventory management and coaching the team.
• Maintain visual and merchandising standards and ensure store cleanliness.
• Ensure that all policies, procedures and operational directives are enforced consistently and effectively by all team members.
• Be a champion of Lolli & Pops inside and outside of the store.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours or more per shift).
• Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, and stooping.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 40 pounds with or without accommodation.
• Must be able to operate a point-of-sale system and handle small objects (e.g., candy, merchandise).
• Visual and auditory ability to operate equipment, manage the store environment, and interact with guests and team members.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone, and via digital tools.

Job description

Ampersand Brands, LLC in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a full-time Assistant Manager for Lolli & Pops. You will lead store operations, train staff, manage inventory and drive guest engagement to achieve KPI targets.

Responsibilities include hiring, coaching, scheduling, merchandising and daily store management while upholding policies. You will lift up to 40 pounds and stand long hours in a fast-paced retail setting.