Assistant Store Manager (Full-time) - Hazlehurst, MS

Hibbett; United States; On-site; USD 14,376 - 20,476; Full time

Job summary

Hibbett in Hazlehurst, Mississippi is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the Store Manager in daily operations. Responsibilities include managing store assets, supervising staff, and providing excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate has experience in retail, particularly in footwear and athletic apparel, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. This role offers an hourly rate of $12.65.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a retail environment, preferably in footwear and athletic apparel.
• 1–3 years of customer service experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in overall operations and administrative duties.
• Consult with Store Manager to establish action plans for responsibilities.
• Provide outstanding customer service and promote merchandise.

Skills

Customer service experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

HB: 00867 Hazlehurst, Mississippi (Market Place Square)

Hourly Rate: $12.65 - $12.65

Job Title: Assistant Manager

Department: Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Store Manager

Summary

The Assistant Manager assists the Store Manager in overall operations and administrative duties, including determining methods and approaches necessary to accomplish the store’s goals. They possess knowledge in each product area or department, uphold policies, procedures, and standards listed in the visual manual, provide outstanding customer service, promote merchandise, assume supervisory control in the Store Manager’s absence, and are trained in Store Manager Responsibilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in controlling the assets of Hibbett I City Gear
• Consult with the Store Manager in establishing action plans to accomplish departmental and overall store responsibilities such as selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling.
• Assume responsibility of the entire store in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Consult with the Store Manager in establishing action plans to accomplish departmental and overall store responsibilities such as selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling.
• Assist the Store Manager in overall personnel recruiting, training, and evaluation.
• 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 as needed and be trained in the Store Manager’s responsibilities.
• Produce 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 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 or appropriate officials of potential fraud risk.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises employees in the absence of the Store Manager, carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws, including 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.
• Self‑starter with initiative to take on important tasks without being asked.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with precision.
• Team‑player, passionate about outstanding customer service and selling merchandise.