Assistant Store Manager: Lead, Train & Amaze Customers

Houchens Food Group; Hartford (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Houchens Food Group in Kentucky seeks an Assistant Store Manager to oversee daily operations in the absence of the Store Manager, driving sales growth and profitability while keeping costs in check.

You will lead staff, manage merchandising, scheduling, and inventory, and collaborate with vendors to execute promotions while upholding company values and Amaze Every Customer Every Time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience in retail or customer service.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with retail computer systems and POS operations.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train and develop store staff with goals for growth and success in their positions, provide ongoing performance feedback, and recognize accomplishments
• Review all store evaluations with store management team and staff to identify opportunity areas, and correct all issues with a sense of urgency.
• Coordinate the overall supervision of staff to ensure sales performance goals are met and company procedures are followed accurately
• Delegate workload among associates to meet merchandising and visual presentation standards
• Participate in associate evaluations as per company standards to provide feedback for improvement, praise and growth opportunities
• Complete merchandising updates according to Houchens Ace Hardware standards
• Work with vendors to develop merchandising strategies and assist with plan-o-gram updates
• Forecast scheduling needs to meet customer demand and create work schedules
• Monitor payroll to ensure budgets are followed and take corrective measures as necessary
• Review staffing needs with Store Manager and HR/Ops Directors prior to additions, promotions or terminations
• Develop and implement in-store marketing strategies including promotions, events, and seasonal merchandising
• Other assigned tasks as directed by Supervision

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Retail software

Client relationships

Driver license

Dress code

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Retail software systems

Job description

Houchens Food Group in Kentucky seeks an Assistant Store Manager to oversee daily operations in the absence of the Store Manager, driving sales growth and profitability while keeping costs in check.

You will lead staff, manage merchandising, scheduling, and inventory, and collaborate with vendors to execute promotions while upholding company values and Amaze Every Customer Every Time.