Assistant Store Manager FT - Polaris Mall

AKIRA; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discount

Job summary

A leading fashion brand in Columbus, Ohio, seeks an Assistant Store Manager to enhance team performance and customer satisfaction. This full-time role involves recruiting, training, and motivating team members, while upholding store performance and standards. Candidates should have at least a year of retail experience, a strong passion for fashion, and excellent communication skills. The position comes with competitive benefits, including health insurance and employee discounts, fostering a dynamic and enriching culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of retail experience, preferably with leadership.
• Strong awareness of fashion trends.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruiting and onboarding team members.
• Support training and talent retention.
• Ensure store operations meet company standards.

Skills

Retail experience

Leadership potential

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Time-management

Job description

AKIRA - Assistant Store Manager (Full Time)

Founded in 2002 in Chicago, AKIRA has grown into a leading fashion brand with 35+ retail locations and a thriving online store at shopAKIRA.com. What sets us apart? A fanatical, obsessive attention to our customers' needs and desires. At AKIRA, every team member is encouraged to Act and Think Like an Owner-a mindset that drives our high-performance culture and fuels our continued growth.

Position

Assistant Store Manager

Overview

AKIRA Assistant Store Managers are goal-driven leaders and dynamic salespeople. They are deeply committed to delivering a world‑class styling experience, fostering a high-energy team environment, and driving consistent results. By leading through action and operating with an ownership mindset, our Assistant Store Managers play a critical role in talent development, customer satisfaction, and store performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist store management in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding exceptional team members
• Support training, coaching, and talent retention to build a high-performing team
• Help create and maintain a positive, energized, and inclusive store atmosphere
• Reinforce and embody AKIRA's 5 Steps of Selling on the floor
• Deliver real-time and written performance feedback to team members
• Motivate and inspire employees to exceed individual and team goals
• Ensure daily operations, merchandising, and store visuals meet AKIRA standards
• Support in upholding and enforcing company policies and procedures
• Achieve and exceed personal sales goals with passion and consistency
• Contribute to overall store sales goals (daily, weekly, and monthly)
• Lead by example and promote AKIRA's brand values and 4 Principles

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of retail experience, with some exposure to leadership or management
• Passion for fashion and strong awareness of current trends
• High energy, strong work ethic, and performance-driven mindset
• Leadership potential with ability to guide, support, and motivate a team
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Willingness to adapt to change, take initiative, and solve problems
• Familiarity with visual merchandising and exceptional customer service standards
• Basic knowledge of store operations including inventory control and loss prevention
• Collaborative spirit with the ability to build strong working relationships

Physical Requirements

• Ability to repetitively push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods, including 10-12 hour shifts

Benefits & Perks

AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full‑time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities. Most importantly, what has propelled AKIRA's growth and success over the years has been the dynamic culture within the company - if you're filled with passion, have a strong desire to get things done, and if you want to go to a place where you know your work matters and where you can implement your ideas and decisions, then AKIRA just might be the place for you.

Job Type

Full-Time