Assistant Store Manager

MINISO USA; Riverside (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MINISO USA is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Riverside, IL to support daily store operations and customer service excellence. You will lead a dynamic team of Shift Leads and Sales Associates, coaching them to achieve sales targets while maintaining merchandising standards.

This role requires 1+ years in retail management, strong leadership and communication skills, and a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Requires 1+ years of experience in retail management.
• Shows strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager in overseeing daily store operations and customer service.
• Lead and coach a team of shift leads and sales associates.
• Help maintain merchandising standards and visual presentation.
• Drive sales and productivity to meet targets and KPIs.
• Promote the Miniso membership program to boost sign-ups and loyalty.
• Assist in inventory management, processing shipments, and handling returns/damages.
• Assist in recruitment, training, staffing, and retention of store talent.
• Handle cash and adhere to standard operating procedures to ensure a safe store environment.
• Communicate feedback to the Store Manager to improve performance and processes.
• Collaborate with Loss Prevention to address shrink in line with policies.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Coaching

Merchandising

Communication

Staff scheduling

Inventory management

Loss prevention

Retail management

Training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

POS system

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.