Assistant Store Manager

Colonial Group; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in the greater New York area is seeking an Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager by building a results-driven team and delivering an exceptional customer experience. You will help execute store operations, maintain visual standards, and guide managers, associates, and customers daily.

This role emphasizes leadership, teamwork, and a proactive approach to business challenges. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is expected, with occasional travel to other stores as

Qualifications

• Demonstrates inspirational leadership and a drive to exceed sales targets.
• Proven ability to attract and develop talent and build a winning team.
• Maintains urgency, handles competing priorities, and adapts to change.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Store Manager to create action plans to achieve results and grow the business.
• Demonstrate product knowledge, selling and operational skills to maximize sales.
• Engage with customers to build relationships and brand loyalty using company tools.
• Develop team members who are committed to creating a great customer experience.
• Oversee assigned division of responsibility and be accountable for results.
• Ensure store standards for merchandising and operations are met consistently.
• Learn about all aspects of the business and share ideas to drive the business.
• Remain composed in face of challenges and unforeseen circumstances.
• Perform POS transactions on designated shifts and assist in managing in Store Manager's absence.
• Model values of respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Sales orientation

Customer service

Adaptability

Time management

Team motivation

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Assistant Store Manager

Overview

As an Assistant Store Manager, you will support the Store Manager to build a team that delivers results through providing an amazing customer experience. You also share the responsibility to execute all store operations and maintain a visually appealing store. You create a positive environment that develops and engages your managers, associates, and customers every day. You love being part of a winning team and you bring your energy to work every day.

The Assistant Store Manager reports to the Store Manager.

Who You Are:

• Inspirational leader who guides their team and partners with the store manager to achieve great results.
• Engaging personality who attracts great talent.
• Demonstrates a competitive spirit and desire to win.
• Team player with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Operates with a sense of urgency and effectively manage competing priorities.
• Able to adapt to change and takes on more responsibilities.
• Self-motivated; seeks personal growth and development.

Responsibilities

As the Assistant Store Manager you will:

• Partner with the Store Manager to create action plans to achieve results and grow the business.
• Understand and demonstrate product knowledge, selling and operational skills to maximize sales.
• Engage with customers to build relationships and brand loyalty by using company tools.
• Partner with the Store Manager to develop team members who are committed to creating a great experience for our customers.
• Oversee assigned division of responsibility and be accountable for results.
• Support the Store Manager to ensure store standards for merchandising and operations are met consistently.
• Learn about all aspects of the business and share ideas to drive the business.
• Remain composed in the face of challenges and unforeseen circumstances.
• Perform POS transactions on designated shifts and execute management functions in the absence of Store Manager.
• Model our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity.

Qualifications

You will also have:

• 2+ years as a Co/Assistant Manager in similar volume, apparel business (preferred).
• Proven track record of exceeding sales and statistical expectations.
• Flexible availability to meet the needs of the business (including evenings and weekends).
• May require occasional travel to other store locations (if needed).