Assistant Store Manager - Lead Retail Team & Service

Hibbett; Erwin (NC); On-site; Full time

Job description

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, and is passionate about providing 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 & City Gear.
• Consult with the Store Manager to establish action plans to accomplish departmental and overall store responsibilities such as selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling.
• Assume responsibility for the entire store in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Assist 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.
• Deliver extraordinary customer service as highlighted in the customer service manual, including helping customers as they enter the store and managing multiple customers during peak periods.
• Promote and sell services and merchandise provided by Hibbett & City Gear.
• Practice and uphold all Hibbett & City Gear policies, procedures, and standards as listed in the operations policy manual, personnel policy manual, visual manual, customer service manual, and company memos.
• Protect the company’s assets and financial information by ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of internal control procedures and informing management 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, 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 with ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and with precision.
• Team player passionate about outstanding customer service and selling merchandise.