Assistant Manager - Store

Cavender's; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavender's in Prattville, Alabama, is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support retail operations and ensure compliance with company culture and policies. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, supervising staff, and assisting with training and reporting. Candidates should be able to understand and respond effectively in English. The position promotes safety, enhances sales, and maintains store appearance. Cavender's is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and respond to the meanings of words effectively.
• Ability to interpret documents and apply abstract principles to tasks.
• Must be able to read and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Support the 'Cavender’s Culture' and drive the company’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Assist in managing the retail store and supervising store associates.
• Aid in training of new store associates and preparation of store reports.
• Maintain safety/security and report incidents to the Store Manager.
• Help in increasing sales and reducing controllable expenses.

Skills

Ability to comprehend basic instructions

Ability to analyze information and write reports

Ability to stay alert during work hours assigned

Job description

The Assistant Store Manager assists in the management of the retail facility. The Assistant Store Manager should know the necessary aspects of store operation and act as the Store Manager in their absence, on a short-time basis.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the “Cavender’s Culture” and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values
• Assist in the management of the retail store and the supervision of store associates
• Know necessary aspects of store operation and act as the Store Manager in his/her absence
• Assist in the day-to-day operation of the store
• Assist in the training of new store associates
• Assist in the preparation of store reports
• Maintain an awareness of safety/security issues and report any accidents or incidents occurring during the Store Manager’s absence to the Store Manager promptly
• Understand and implement company policies and procedures
• Assist in the effort to increase sales, maintain profit structure and reduce controllable expenses
• Open and close store as directed
• Assist in performing daily check-ups and making bank deposits
• Assist in the maintenance of interior/exterior store image and appearance (including staff appearance)
• Assist in the maintenance of all records and files
• Review and correct timecard exceptions and missed punches, and approve payroll
• Assist in the practice of shrinkage control through preventative measures and through legal prosecution (when possible) upon catching anyone stealing from the company
• Assist in resolution of personnel/customer problems and complaints
• Assist in all other duties considered usual and customary in the retail apparel/footwear industry
• Assist store manager in all other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisors or home office
• Understand all reports generated by the home office and coach all associates the actions needed to ensure compliance to goals (i.e. ADS / UPT’s / Payroll / Refunds / Turnover)

Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to comprehend basic instructions
• Ability to interpret documents
• Ability to apply abstract principles to a wide range of complex tasks
• Ability to understand the meanings of words and effectively respond
• Ability to analyze information and write reports
• Associate must be able to read English.
• Associate must be able to understand English
• Associate must be able to stay alert during work hours assigned

Cavender’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Cavender’s will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) 361 – 2555 or visit your nearest Cavender’s store.

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.