Assistant Store Manager

IT'SUGAR; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and entertaining company as a Retail Assistant Store Manager at IT’SUGAR, where you will oversee store operations, drive sales, and manage a dynamic team. This role combines passion for customer engagement with management responsibilities in a fun-filled environment focused on humor and positivity. With flexible scheduling and numerous perks including discounts and career development opportunities, this position offers a unique blend of work and enjoyment.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

50% Employee Discount at Hoffmans/30% at IT'SUGAR

Career growth Opportunities

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years retail experience preferred.
• Prior sales and management experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operation of the store and ensures sales objectives are met.
• Responsible for recruiting qualified candidates and coaching associates.
• Maintains store cash handling records and reviews inventory levels.

Skills

Sales Skills

Coaching

Customer Engagement

Leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

IT’S Fun, IT’S Flexible, IT’S Entertaining

IT’SUGAR was founded to create an environment that fosters the greatest feeling of happiness and humor; that allows you to smile and laugh out loud without judgment. Expanding rapidly, with over 100 locations nationwide, IT’SUGAR aspires to a future where everyone has access to the pure joy that comes from indulging in a world with fewer rules and more sugar.

There are three major things that differentiate IT’SUGAR from other candy retailers. First is the product – an unconventional twist on traditional candy store goods that focus on the humorous and outlandish. Second is the ambiance – full of bright colors, loud music, and lighthearted rebellion. The third is the people – passionate, optimistic, and energetic.

IT’SUGAR is looking for a fun and dynamic Retail Assistant Store Manager to join our team. The Assistant Store Manager will oversee the retail store operations to ensure sales goals and operational objectives are met.

What you’ll do? IT’S Exciting!

Laugh out loud, dance to the music, and provide a humorous escape to our customers while you

Act as Manager on Duty:

• Oversees the daily operation of the store and ensures that sales objectives are met.
• Evaluates daily operations on an ongoing basis and makes recommendations/initiates action to enhance productivity, efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability.
• Holds self and staff accountable for the achievement of sales goals and metrics.
• Fosters a productive work environment through consistent coaching and training of Sales Associates.
• Demonstrates a positive, enthusiastic and brand proud attitude that is representative of our core values.
• Follow our customer engagement model, SUGARTAINMENT.
• Promotes safety for both our customers and associates by adhering to company guidelines.
• Partners with store manager to identify ongoing challenges and present solutions.

Recruit Great Talent:

• Responsible for proactively networking/recruiting qualified candidates to ensure proper backfill for all positions. Seek internal/external candidates with a proven ability to develop and maintain sincere, authentic relationships.
• Assist the Store Manager when selecting, training, and coaching Associates/Supervisors and ensure that policies and procedures are adhered to.

Achieve Sales Goals:

• Follows through on customer requests for specific items and suggests additional products.
• Use selling skills by explaining benefits, features, prices, quality, value, and other product information.
• Establish a Collaborative Selling Culture in the Store and ensures Associates/Supervisors are trained in all IT’SUGAR selling training programs.

Support Store Operations

• Maintains store cash handling records, reports, and opening and closing procedures.
• Reviews merchandise orders and inventory levels for accuracy and consistency.
• Merchandises and ensures displays are set to visual guidelines.
• Capture information on retail customers to enhance sales and maintain the store’s client file.
• Plan, coordinate, and set up special events and promotions.
• Maintain communication with associates regarding product recommendations to increase sales/inventory.
• Understands all Loss Prevention (LP) policies and procedures and communicate LP issues with the Store Manager.
• Operational Responsibilities include, but are not limited to salesfloor/backroom/restroom maintenance, cleaning, mopping, etc.

Embody our Core Values:

• Represent our core values: IT’S being Positive, Playful, Present and a Difference Maker.
• Display enthusiasm and optimism while working collaboratively in a team environment.

What you need to join the fun:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Years of Experience: 2 - 3 years retail experience preferred.
• Prior sales and management experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to use a POS/cash register.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• Able to independently lift/move up to 25 lbs. Able to lift/move up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Must be able to work alone or with a minimum amount of supervision.

What’s in it for you? IT’S Even Sweeter

• Fun at Work! Dance, sing, and laugh out loud while you work.
• Flexible scheduling
• Career growth Opportunities
• Training and Development
• 50% Employee Discount at Hoffmans/30% at It Sugar
• Perk Spot (Discounts on cell phone, travel, events, etc.)
• 401k with company beginning the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account
• Legal Services

Let’s get Social! IT’S Cool

• Website: www.hoffmans.com