Assistant Store Manager in Waiting - Kay Jewelers - Cincinnati, Ohio Area

Signet Jewelers Limited; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay plus commission

Medical, dental, vision and insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Merchandise discounts

Incentive trips

Job summary

Kay Jewelers is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Waiting at the Florence, KY location to join a six-month program designed to develop future retail leaders. You will learn the Signet Selling System and gain hands-on experience in product knowledge, customer service, and store operations.

Upon completion, top performers may transition into a leadership role with a corresponding compensation adjustment or move into another qualified role within Signet.

Qualifications

• Previous management or leadership experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and desire to pursue a management career with Signet.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and proactive approach.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Limited to external new hires only.

Responsibilities

• Learn Signet Selling System and store operations during the 180-day program.
• Support Store Manager and lead a team of associates.
• Transition into a leadership role or other role based on performance.
• Participate in training and development opportunities offered by Signet.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

People management

Problem solving

Adaptability

Customer focus

Diversity & inclusion

Job description

At Kay, we know that love is unstoppable. Which is why we’re devoted to helping customers Celebrate Life and Express Love in ways every bit as dynamic as they are memorable. From classic must-haves to the latest trends, our selection of quality, responsibly-sourced jewelry has become part of so many love stories over the last century. Kay Jewelers is part of Signet Jewelers, a purpose-driven company who believes love inspires love. Signet is also Great Place to Work-Certified. There are dynamic career paths awaiting you - rewarding opportunities to impact the lives of others and inspire love. Join us! This position offers high-potential leaders the opportunity to bring their experience and skills to Signet. The goal is to introduce you to our company and culture while teaching you the Signet Selling System. In this role, you will serve as a Store Manager in Waiting (JC5) at one of our locations for up to six months, gaining knowledge of our products and services. By the end of the six-month introductory period, the team member must either transition into a leadership position with little to no compensation adjustment or move into another role aligned with their qualifications, with an appropriate compensation adjustment.

Title

Assistant Store Manager in Waiting

Reports To

Store Manager

Qualifications

• Previous management or leadership experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and a desire to pursue a management career with Signet.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work successfully in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving business results.
• Limited to external new hires only.

Program Expectations

• The program is designed to develop and evaluate future retail leaders through hands-on experience in a store environment. Advancement into a leadership role is based on demonstrated performance, leadership readiness, and business needs. Team members who are not selected for a leadership role at the conclusion of the program will be placed into the appropriate Jewelry Consultant level based on qualifications, performance, and business needs, with any applicable compensation adjustment. Candidates should clearly understand program expectations, including the temporary developmental nature of the role and the potential outcomes at the end of the 180-day period.

A Sampling of our Total Rewards

• Base pay plus commission on sales
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance (full-time team members)
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (full-time and part-time team members)
• Paid holidays (full-time team members)
• Tuition reimbursement, including DCA courses based on position
• Training – Associate Training System, Management Training System, District Manager in Training, career development and more
• Merchandise discounts
• Incentive trips and contests

Signet Jewelers is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of all levels of employees.

Please know that while we appreciate every applicant's interest, we can only contact those selected for further consideration.

Signet maintains an online registry system to encourage all interested employees to apply for careers in the management positions listed in this registry, and to ensure equal opportunities for advancement to all Signet employees.

We particularly encourage women and minorities who are interested in management opportunities at Signet to participate in this program and use this online registry system to express your interest in a management position.

Registration in this online system does not guarantee a promotion but is necessary for consideration for any promotional opportunity to a management position listed in this registry.

At Signet, we realize we’re not just in the jewelry business – we’re in the relationship business. The diamonds and unique jewelry we sell are symbols of undeniable love and self-expression. They help inspire love and foster the kind of world we all want to live in. We’re always looking for those rare gems who want to be a part of our purpose. We value our team members and empower them to play trusted roles in a highly personal and emotional customer experience. Maybe you have that sparkle. Signet Jewelers is Great Place to Work-Certified. We promote diversity at every level, value the differences between people and foster an environment of opportunity and acceptance for every Team Member in every facet of our organization.