Assistant Store Manager FT

Lids Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in retail is seeking a dedicated Assistant Store Manager to drive sales and enhance customer experience. This role involves managing store operations, ensuring adherence to company policies, and fostering a motivated team environment. You'll be responsible for maintaining store standards, controlling expenses, and providing exceptional customer service. With opportunities for bonuses and a generous employee discount, this position offers a chance to grow within a supportive company. If you have a passion for retail and a knack for leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine in a dynamic setting!

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan

40% Employee Discount

Monthly Store Sales Bonuses

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally.

Responsibilities

• Produce sales gains by providing excellent customer service.
• Manage store associates and assist in recruiting and training.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Performance

Inventory Management

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Skills

Lifting (up to 50 pounds)

Ladder Climbing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Retail Management Software

Job description

Store # - Mall Name: 2220 - Westshore Plaza

About Our Company

General Position Summary

• Produce sales gains by providing customer service.
• Meet or exceed Company Objectives in all individual statistics.
• Provide consistent, documented appraisal of an associate’s sales performance and support by giving feedback on areas of strength and opportunity.
• Adhere to current visual guidelines including proper merchandising, signage, and store cleanliness.
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with Company Dress Code Policy.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Control Expenses

• Protect Company assets within guidelines of LIDS Retail policies.
• Assist in preparation of store work schedules that provide proper store coverage and are within the Company guidelines for wage control.
• Follow all policies to accurately manage store inventory including receiving, transferring, completing price changes, and conducting product counts.
• Complete accurate product counts in a consistent and timely manner.
• Perform proper documentation and record keeping per LIDS Retail policies as well as state and federal laws.
• Open and close the store as required following the procedures per the Operations P&P Manual.

Additional Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage store associates through thorough use of LIDS Training Programs, goal setting (for sales and tasks), and regular follow-up when Store Manager is not present.
• Administer the progressive steps of discipline to include verbal and written warnings in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Responsible for scheduling and staffing the store including calling in associates to work in unexpected peaks when the Store Manager is not present.
• Participate in LIDS Training Programs, adhere to set goals (for sales and tasks), and regular follow-up.
• Assist in recruiting and training store personnel on proper store operations and procedures.
• Encourage store associates’ compliance with established company policies, procedures, and guidelines including the safekeeping of company inventory, funds, and property.
• Perform work of subordinates as needed.
• Communicate with employees at all levels of the company.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Required Knowledge & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of relative experience.
• Established ability to produce sales results while minimizing loss.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate verbally in a clear, professional manner.
• Ability to operate a computer and maneuver relative software programs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb a ladder and work with hands overhead.
• Standing required for up to 100% of the work time.
• Ability to work unsupervised.

Preferred Job Required Knowledge & Skills

Assistant store managers can earn up to 45% above local minimum wage based on experience. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. FT Assistant Store Managers are also eligible for monthly store sales bonuses and a 40% employee discount. Full-time employees are eligible for a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, health, vision, dental, and 401(k).