Assistant Store Manager (Full-time) - Emporia, VA

Hibbett; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Hibbett I City Gear in Emporia, VA is seeking an Assistant Manager. You will report to the Store Manager and assist in daily store operations, merchandising, scheduling, and staff supervision.

Ideal candidates bring retail experience, strong customer service skills, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes preventing loss, meeting goals, and delivering outstanding service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a retail environment, preferably footwear/athletic apparel.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
• Capability to lead a team and meet store goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in controlling the assets of Hibbett I City Gear.
• Consult with Store Manager to establish action plans for selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling.
• Assumes responsibility of the entire store in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Assist in recruiting, training, and evaluation of store personnel.
• Provide knowledge and guidance to employees and customers in all departments when necessary.
• Be aware of inventory, sales statistics, and expenses to ensure profitability in all departments.
• Direct staff to ensure each department’s responsibilities and standards are completed.
• Keep the Store Manager informed about inventory movement and customer trends.
• Assure quality customer service is maintained.
• Perform general administrative duties and be trained in Store Manager’s responsibilities.
• Produce and give extraordinary customer service per the customer service manual during peak periods and busy entrances.
• Promote and sell services and merchandise provided by Hibbett I City Gear.
• Follow all policies and procedures as listed in manuals and memos.
• Protect company assets and financial information by ensuring internal controls and reporting fraud risk.
• Supervises employees in the absence of the Store Manager and performs related supervisory duties.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Detail oriented

Sales & merchandising

Job description

HB: 01410 Emporia, Virginia (Emporia Marketplace)

Hourly: $16.60 - $16.60

Job Title: Assistant Manager

Department: Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Store Manager

Summary

The Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting and consulting the Store Manager regarding overall operations and administrative duties, including determining the methods and approaches necessary to accomplish the store’s goals. The Assistant Manager is knowledgeable in each product area or department in our store. Upholds policies, procedures and standards listed in the visual manual. The Assistant Manager is passionate about giving outstanding customer service and promoting the merchandise in stores. The Assistant Manager assumes supervisory control in the Store Manager’s absence and is trained in Store Manager Responsibilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in controlling the assets of Hibbett I City Gear
• Consult with Store Manager in establishing action plan to accomplish departmental and overall store responsibilities such as selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling
• Assumes responsibility of the entire store in the absence of the Store Manager
• Assist the Store Manager in overall personnel recruiting, training, and evaluation
• Provides knowledge and guidance to employees and customers in all departments when necessary
• Is aware of inventory, sales statistics, and expenses to ensure profitability in all departments
• Direct staff to ensure each department’s responsibilities and standards are completed
• Keeps the Store Manager informed about inventory movement and customer trends
• Assures quality customer service is maintained
• Performs general administrative duties as needed and is trained in the Store Manager’s responsibilities
• Produce and give extraordinary customer service highlighted in the customer service manual, including helping customers as they enter the store, and helping multiple customers during peak periods
• Promote and sell services and merchandise provided by Hibbett I City Gear
• Practice and uphold all Hibbett I City Gear policies, procedures, and standards as listed in the operations policy manual, personnel policy manual, visual manual, customer service manual, and memos with the company’s direction
• Protect the company’s assets and financial information by ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of internal control procedures and informing management and/or appropriate officials of potential fraud risk

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises employees in the absence of the Store Manager. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, and resolving problems.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a retail environment, preferably in footwear and athletic apparel
• 1-3 years of customer service experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to assist in managing a team and keep up with overall goals and profits
• Is a self-starter, has initiative to take on important tasks without being asked
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and with precision
• Is a team-player, passionate about outstanding customer service and selling merchandise