Assistant Manager I

Sunglass Hut; Hamburg (Berks County); On-site; USD 29,901 - 42,587; Full time

Job summary

Sunglass Hut in the United States is hiring an Assistant Manager I to join the leadership team on the sales floor. You will oversee daily store operations, coach associates, and partner with the Store Manager to drive sales, merchandising, and customer care.

Ideal candidates bring 1+ years in retail leadership, strong communication, and a detail‑oriented approach to execution. This role emphasizes brand standards and people development in a fast‑paced fashion and performance sunglasses

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in retail leadership or supervision.
• Demonstrates expertise in store operations and execution.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily store functions including sales, coaching, merchandising, and talent acquisition.
• Uses reporting tools to identify performance gaps and drive improvements.
• Coaches associates to support growth and maintain brand standards.
• Recruits and interviews in partnership with the Store Manager.
• Ensures compliance with operational policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Customer service

Sales floor operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Reporting tools

Job description

Job Description

At Sunglass Hut, we’re always in the sun. We provide a dynamic space with endless possibilities to grow your career while developing your customer expertise and care. Our culture encourages success, support, and authentic self‑expression through exclusive high‑quality fashion and performance sunglasses.

General Function

The Assistant Manager I is a core member of the leadership team that drives Sunglass Hut’s success. The Assistant Manager works in partnership with the Store/Multi‑Store Manager to oversee all daily store functions, including selling, coaching, merchandising, talent acquisition, and retail excellence.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Utilizes all company tools to deliver the sales plan, develop associates, and achieve company objectives.
• Uses reporting tools and business acumen to identify and address performance gaps and capitalize on successes.
• Provides ongoing coaching for all associates to support their growth and development while creating an inspirational and motivating work environment.
• Acquires talent by networking, recruiting, and conducting interviews in partnership with the Store/Multi‑Store Manager.
• Seeks out opportunities for self‑development as defined in an individual development plan.
• Spends a majority of time on the sales floor.
• Develops and maintains customer relationships by maximizing all company tools.
• Consistently executes the brand standards.
• Maintains store merchandising standards including any updates or changes.
• Knows product knowledge and uses company learning tools to stay current on new products in both fashion and performance.
• Ensures execution of operational policies and procedures.
• Communicates brand strategy, promotions, contests, and incentives clearly to the team.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of experience.
• Demonstrates expertise in every aspect of store operation.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Uses critical thinking to deliver absolute execution of the operational components of the store.

Preferred Qualifications

• Customer service and/or retail experience.
• Previous leadership experience of 1+ years.

Pay Range

$26.31 (actual pay will be determined by geographic location, experience, qualifications, skills, and local minimum wage requirements).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the U.S. receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.