Assistant Store Leader (Westfield, NJ)

South Moon Under; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular retail brand is seeking an Assistant Store Leader in Westfield, NJ. This role involves inspiring and leading the team to deliver outstanding customer service and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have management experience in a specialty retail environment and outstanding leadership skills. You will manage hiring strategies and ensure a vibrant shopping experience for customers. Join a passionate team dedicated to style and exceptional service in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• 1+ years in management-level position in a specialty retail environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to provide best-in-class customer service.
• Manage hiring strategy and training for the retail business.
• Ensure store cleanliness and maintain retail standards.

Skills

Customer service

Team management

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Teams

Job description

WHO WE ARE

South Moon Under originated as a small surf shop in 1968 and has since evolved into an elevated everyday shopping destination for the effortlessly cool individual, with brick-and-mortar locations in small communities and big cities alike.

At South Moon Under, we believe in empowering people to dream big, take chances, and deliver exceptional results. Our team is filled with talented, smart, and driven employees who are passionate about style, customer service, and of course, South Moon Under.

We want talented individuals who are people focused, sales driven and eager to collaborate as a team to establish a thriving brand. If you are someone who craves development, enjoys a dynamic work environment, and you have the hustle to meet challenges, then we want you!

OVERVIEW

As an Assistant Store Leader, you will work in partnership with the Store Leader to inspire and lead your team in providing best-in-class service by meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers. You are responsible for ensuring that you and your team create unique and specially curated looks for customers that promote their best selves, bring them immense joy, and establish long-lasting relationships with the brand. You lead by example and masterfully navigate ever-changing conditions by making informed and timely decisions that are solutions-focused and drive strong business outcomes. You create a team environment and culture where people feel supported, engaged, and can deliver an exceptional in-store experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Service / Brand Ambassador

• Understand and communicate the South Moon Under brand to all customers
• Ensure expected customer service levels are maintained and exceeded by the team
• Create a selling environment that is focused on a seamless end-to-end experience driven by customer engagement, personalized outfitting, and adding value to the visit
• Emulate the brand aesthetics and embody a strong sense of fashion and enthusiastic attitude
• Continually assess and take action on the level of personalized service offered by Stylists, ensuring that Stylists are creating tailored experiences for all customers that leave them feeling special
• Resolve customer feedback and address issues in the moment, including customer escalations and urgent requests

Teamwork / Communication

• Assist the Store Leader in managing all aspects of the retail business, as well as make informed decisions based on both qualitative and quantitative data in the absence of a Store Leader
• Build positive relationships with peers and contribute to positive team morale
• Manage, train, and hold the team accountable for maintaining retail standards and store cleanliness
• Support with the store’s hiring strategy, including planning needs, recruitment strategy, interviewing, projected turnover, and leaves of absence
• Lead and support with performance management activities inclusive of feedback, team acknowledgment, performance documentation, and/or addressing performance concerns by partnering with internal support (e.g. Corporate Team)
• Collaborate with team members to ensure superior customer service and support store operations

Visual / Business Operations

• Maintain South Moon Under’s visual and operational standards while keeping the focus on customers
• Consistently meet and/or exceed all KPI goals and objectives for the store by monitoring and taking action on relevant key performance metrics to achieve goals and capture opportunities
• Support in planning, preparing, and managing the schedule by considering team members’ qualifications, availability, and performance to maintain efficiency and effectiveness of operations
• Manage the completion of the daily shipment and omni fulfillment processes
• Manage immediate impacts of business disruption to support operational continuity (e.g. weather, team absenteeism, store closures, health and safety response, etc.)
• Lead and move dynamically on the floor to assess and fulfill the needs of the business, team, and customers
• Support in execution of optimal layout and visual merchandising or product presentation strategy per the guidance of SMU’s Visual Department
• Understand and adhere to people safety policies and procedures
• Perform work in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and laws or regulations
• Perform other duties related to the qualifications and requirements of the job

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred
• 1+ years in management-level position in a specialty retail environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and POS systems
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organization skills