Assistant Store Manager

Staples; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Full medical, dental and vision insurance

Associate discounts on merchandise

Discounts at hundreds of retailers

Weekly pay

Job summary

A leading office supplies retailer is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Pittsburgh. The successful candidate will ensure store culture aligns with company values while developing a high-performing team. Responsibilities include achieving sales goals, providing coaching, and managing store operations. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience managing a sales team and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years managing a sales team in a retail or services industry.
• Experience managing and coaching a team in a customer-centric environment.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced, sometimes stressful environment.
• Strong communication, organization, planning and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Review results against business goals and develop growth plans.
• Manage conflict in a cooperative manner.
• Lift/move materials in the 10–50 pound range; climb ladders; stand/walk continuously.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the store culture embodies company values.
• Develop a high-performing team focused on exceptional customer experience.
• Champion company initiatives and adapt to changing responsibilities.
• Attain sales and services goals, profit margin and execution of store operations.
• Establish business cadence for sales readiness.
• Provide direction daily for merchandising opportunities within the store.
• Assist with delegating operational tasks in partnership with the GM.
• Shared responsibility for total store operations and cost control as well as acting as the Floor Leader.
• Champion company initiatives, being adaptable and flexible to change and responsibilities.

Skills

Managing a sales team

Customer engagement

Communication skills

Conflict management

Organization and planning

Conflict management

Integrity

Team collaboration

Physical ability (lift 10–50 lbs)

Job description

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Benefits

• Full-time hours, generous paid time off, career development program and weekly pay
• Bonus plan eligible
• Compensation is based on qualifications and experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Full medical, dental and vision insurance
• Associate discounts on in-store and online merchandise, services and warranty plans
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and more
• And many more benefits

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the store culture embodies Staples values and its commitment to the community
• Develop a high-performing team focused on providing an exceptional store experience, consultative selling, driving conversions and providing total solutions to every customer
• Develop team to deliver results through coaching, training, and role playing
• Attain sales and services goals, profit margin and execution of store operations
• Establish business cadence for sales readiness
• Provide direction daily for merchandising opportunities within the store
• Assist with delegating operational tasks in partnership with the GM
• Shared responsibility for total store operations and cost control as well as acting as the Floor Leader
• Champion company initiatives, being adaptable and flexible to change and responsibilities

Qualifications

• 2+ years managing a sales team in a retail or services industry
• Experience managing and coaching a team in a customer-centric, solutions-based environment
• Must be able to engage and speak to customers and understand their needs
• Strong communication, organization, planning and adaptive to changing business priorities
• Review results against business goals and strategies and deliver plans for growth and improvement
• Manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
• Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
• Ability to work cooperatively in a high paced and sometimes stressful environment
• Ability to lift/move materials in the 10 - 50 pound range, climb ladders, stand and walk continuously

Preferred Skills

• Experience using financial metrics to track sales progress to drive profitable sales and margins
• Ability to network and engage with the community

Legal Notice

Staples does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.