Assistant Store Manager

Staples Stores; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading retail company as an Assistant Store Manager. You will lead a team focused on customer service and sales, ensuring the store embodies company values. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to develop a high-performing team and manage store operations effectively.

Qualifications

• 2+ years managing a sales team in retail or services industry.
• Experience coaching a customer-centric, solutions-based team.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership in community engagement and customer service.
• Manage store operations including merchandising and cost control.
• Coach and develop team members to meet sales and service goals.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Sales

Team Development

Communication

Organization

Adaptability

Conflict Management

Job description

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Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership in community engagement, customer service, sales, and team development.
• Ensure the store embodies Staples values and commitment to the community.
• Develop a high-performing team focused on delivering an exceptional store experience, consultative selling, and total solutions to customers.
• Coach, train, and develop team members to meet sales and service goals.
• Manage store operations, including merchandising, cost control, and acting as Floor Leader.
• Support company initiatives and adapt to changes and responsibilities.

Essential Skills and Experience

• 2+ years managing a sales team in retail or services industry.
• Experience coaching a customer-centric, solutions-based team.
• Strong communication, organization, and adaptability skills.
• Ability to analyze results and develop growth plans.
• Conflict management skills and integrity in handling information.
• Physical ability to lift/move materials (10-50 pounds), climb ladders, and stand/walk continuously.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience using financial metrics to drive sales and margins.
• Community networking and engagement skills.

Note: Staples does not sponsor work visas for this position.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Sales and Business Development

Industry: Retail Office Equipment