Assistant Store Manager - Burbank Retail Leader

Vans; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive plan

Sales commission potential

Medical plan

Job summary

Vans is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in California to lead a dynamic team and deliver outstanding customer experiences while partnering with the Store Manager to drive store profitability.

You will coach and develop Brand Advocates, manage daily operations, and ensure merchandising excellence. The role requires 2+ years in retail leadership, strong communication, and the ability to foster an inclusive, high‑performing environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail or store leadership experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
• Proven ability to drive results through store teams and exceed sales and profit goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels.
• Solution-oriented and flexible in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.
• Capable of managing shifting priorities and performing physical store tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate a team of Brand Advocates to deliver best-in-class customer experience.
• Partner with the Store Manager to drive profitability through excellence in customer engagement, merchandising, operations, and community connection.
• In the Store Manager’s absence, assume full store responsibility.
• Recruiting, hiring, and onboarding with high-caliber talent; provide ongoing training and feedback.

Skills

Store leadership

Coaching & development

Communication skills

Adaptability

Retail software tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vans is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in California to lead a dynamic team and deliver outstanding customer experiences while partnering with the Store Manager to drive store profitability.

You will coach and develop Brand Advocates, manage daily operations, and ensure merchandising excellence. The role requires 2+ years in retail leadership, strong communication, and the ability to foster an inclusive, high‑performing environment.