Assistant Manager - CERRITOS, CA (LOS CERRITOS)

R552US Shoe Palace Corporation; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Employee discount

Growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Shoe Palace Corporation is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a busy storefront and ensure every customer enjoys the best possible experience. You will oversee daily operations, coach team members, and maintain store standards.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in retail or customer service, strong leadership, and a drive to grow with Shoe Palace. Weekend availability and a dynamic, outgoing personality are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in retail environments.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication.
• Ability to coach and motivate a sales team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the manager in operating the store at a high level.
• Take ownership and manage the location day-to-day.
• Evaluate employee performance and coach for improvement.
• Ensure customers receive an outstanding experience.
• Learn and maintain up-to-date product knowledge.
• Maintain a clean, organized store.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Retail

Communication

Open Availability

Tools

POS systems

Job description

AT SHOE PALACE WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN! DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? AT SHOE PALACE WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN! DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

The Role Are you a natural leader? Do you like to help others be successful? The role of an AM is primarily based on leading your team to a successful day. You are on the front line ensuring every customer receives the best customer experience possible. Come grow with us!

Responsibilities

• Assist the manager in making sure your store operates at a high level
• Take ownership while managing location
• Evaluate employee performance and help coach to improve
• Make sure customers are always receiving the ultimate experience
• Learn and maintain up-to-date product knowledge
• Keep a clean, neat, and organized store

About you

• 18+ years old
• Must have OPEN AVAILABILITY DURING THE WEEKENDS
• Previous experience in retail, customer service, or other related fields
• Be a dynamic and outgoing individual with leadership skills
• Must be driven!
• Does talking to everyone just come naturally?
• Awesome!
• It would be great but not completely necessary to have...
• Experience in selling Athletic Shoes a plus.
• Experience working with a growing company

What we bring to the table

• Flexible schedule
• You like discounts? We got you!
• Growth!
• Exciting work environment
• Retail is not dead… come and see it!
• Shoe Palace is one of the most-trusted athletic footwear and apparel retail chains in the United States.

What began as a small, family business in 1993 has now grown into an extremely popular chain of stores and an online retail site — shoepalace.com. At Shoe Palace, we all roll up our sleeves to pitch in and do whatever it takes to stay on top. Each day is a little different, it's what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day. We are seeking self-motivated individuals who are dynamic thinkers and outstanding communicators who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and want to grow with Shoe Palace Corporation. Our team members are bright, professional, enthusiastic, and able to quickly apply their skills to diverse situations.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Experience Required 4 years: Customer Service

Preferred 1 year: Management

Preferred 3 years: Cashier

Compensation: Assistant Manager pay range: $21.00 - $21.00 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Shoe Palace has been a trusted name in athletic footwear and apparel since 1993. What started as a small family business has grown into a nationwide brand with a strong in-store and online presence. Our success comes from a commitment to premium products, exceptional service, and a deep passion for sneaker culture. More than just a retailer, we value community, giving back through various initiatives that make a lasting impact. At Shoe Palace, we foster a team-oriented environment where individuals can grow, thrive, and contribute to something bigger.