Assistant Store Manager

MINISO USA; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MINISO USA in Missouri is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in daily operations, deliver exceptional customer service, and drive store performance.

You will lead a dynamic team of Shift Leads and Sales Associates, coach trainees, manage inventory, promotions, scheduling, and cash handling, while ensuring merchandising standards and policy compliance.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in retail management; proven leadership of teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays; flexible schedule.
• Relocation between locations may be required; travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in daily operations and customer service.
• Lead a team of Shift Leads and Sales Associates.
• Coach and mentor trainee associates to meet sales targets.
• Drive sales and productivity through engaging customers.
• Maintain merchandising and storefront standards.
• Manage inventory, shipments, damages, returns, and supplies.
• Contribute to recruitment, staffing, and retention.
• Ensure compliance with policies and Miniso handbook.
• Assist with cash handling and SOPs.
• Foster growth with constructive feedback and accountability.

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Customer service

Staff training

Visual merchandising

Operations management

Communication

Team mentoring

Loss prevention coordination

Scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher (preferred)

Tools

Point of Sale (POS) systems

Inventory software (basic)

Job description

The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, and driving store performance. This role includes coaching team members, maintaining visual and operational standards, and implementing strategies to achieve sales and productivity goals.

• Will report directly to the Store Manager and lead a dynamic team of Shift Leads and Sales Associates.
• Expected to consistently embody and promote the mission and core values of Miniso in every aspect of your role.
• Responsibility will be to support the Store Manager in ensuring smooth store operations, which includes delivering exceptional customer service, maintaining merchandising standards, adhering to operational procedures, and driving sales performance.
• Drive customer engagement with the membership program, actively promoting sign-ups and building loyalty to increase both retention and sales performance.
• Support the Store Manager by mentoring trainee associates, achieving sales targets, and driving business growth.
• Support management of inventory levels, processing shipments, handling damages and returns, and managing supplies.
• Assist in the recruitment process for store talent, training, staffing, and retention.
• Support the Store Manager with all administrative tasks, ensuring strict adherence to policies and procedures, including staff scheduling, inventory management, and compliance with Miniso handbook guidelines.
• Help ensure the store remains in top condition and adheres to visual merchandising standards by communicating insights and feedback to the Store Manager.
• Capable in delivering constructive feedback that promotes both recognition and accountability, fostering a culture of growth and continuous improvement within the team.
• Work closely with the Store Manager and Loss Prevention Team to address internal and external shrink in alignment with company policies and procedures.
• Achieve sales targets by training, motivating, mentoring, and offering constructive feedback to the sales team.
• Manage cash-handling tasks, ensure strict adherence to standard operating procedures, and create a clean, safe environment for both associates and customers.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proven successful experience in retail management.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and customer management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to relocate or manage additional stores based on business needs.
• Ability to travel between locations is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Organizational Behavior, Hospitality or related degrees is preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in retail management, with a strong track record of leading teams.

USD $18.00 - USD $25.00 /Hr.