Assistant Store Manager, Levi's, Bellevue Square, Bellevue, Washington

Levi Strauss & Co.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Product discount 60%

Paid time off

Health benefits

Volunteer hours

Employee discounts

Job summary

Levi Strauss & Co. in Bellevue, WA seeks a full-time store leader who drives sales and operational excellence. You will partner with store management to prioritize initiatives, coach a diverse team, and ensure flawless visuals and customer service.

You will manage payroll, cash handling, inventory, opening/closing routines, and loss prevention while mentoring employees and recruiting new hires. A high school diploma and 3+ years retail leadership are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years progressive retail leadership experience.
• Experience supervising, coaching and training staff.
• Ability to manage payroll, cash handling and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and flex store business strategies with Store Manager; track performance to meet goals.
• Lead training for new hires on LS&CO culture, service practices, loss prevention and store policies.
• Support performance management, provide feedback, and recruit for positions.
• Ensure policy compliance; manage payroll, cash handling and inventory control.
• Lead merchandising to meet visual standards and oversee opening/closing procedures.
• Communicate strategies to the team; foster inclusion and engagement.
• Create a high-energy store experience, coach sales training, and resolve customer concerns.
• Maintain upkeep of the store and supervise team in management’s absence.

Skills

Retail leadership

Coaching

Training

Customer service

Budgeting

Merchandising

Cash handling

Inventory control

Payroll management

Opening/closing procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About the Role

• Demonstrates strong business acumen; understand organizational objectives and strategically prioritize and budget in partnership with Store Manager to align with company priorities and values
• Works with the Store Manager to develop and flex store business strategies, initiatives, and growth across all categories; communicates goals to the team, track store’s performance to meet or exceed established store and individual sales and performance goals daily

Build a diverse & inclusive culture

• Lead and participate in training process for new hires and current employees on LS&CO culture, product knowledge, service practices, loss prevention, store policy and programs and other associate responsibilities
• Support the Store Manager through the execution of all performance management tools, including annual performance review, to set expectations, coach and contribute to an environment that encourages engagement, retention and talent
• Manage minor employee relation issues and deliver formal performance feedback in partnership with store management
• Recruits and interviews for positions underneath hierarchy and provide recommendations for new hires

Own the result

• Understand and comply with all Levi’s® Stores policy, procedure, and programs
• Accountable for managing and holding others accountable for operational results in store procedures, payroll management, cash handling and inventory control
• Lead merchandising team to execute store visual standards in accordance with visual merchandising direction, resulting in timely and flawless product presentation and housekeeping standards
• Perform and supervise store opening and closing procedures including counting register funds, completing bank deposits, opening and closing registers and securing facility

Lead by example

• Adopt and advocate for the new technology, policy or program rolled‑out in store
• Effectively communicate with the management team to align and help drive business strategy, create environment that encourages engagement
• Supervises store team in the absence of another member of management

Consumer at the core

• Creates a high energy, compelling store experience by engaging consumers and modeling appropriate service behaviors to other associates, supervising and providing consistent coaching on sales training process in order to ensure the highest level of service and sales
• Proactively resolve consumer concerns in a manner consistent with company policy and with consumer satisfaction in mind
• Partner with store management on elevated consumer issues

Move fast

• Maintains interior and exterior upkeep of building with partnership from the corporate office; communicating needs to ensure esthetic and safety requirements are met
• Ensures required store tasks are completed timely and effectively by personally contributing and giving direction to other team members when necessary

About You

• Enjoy being busy and juggling multiple tasks, accomplishing multiple tasks in a fast‑paced and deadline‑oriented environment
• You are a collaborative role model exhibiting behaviors aligned with company culture of inclusion and belonging
• Is self‑starter with a growth mindset, enjoys learning new tools and adaptable to new initiatives
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including evening, weekend and holiday shifts
• Ability to perform all essential job functions and able to lift up to 40 pounds. While performing the duties of the job the employee may be required to stand, walk, kneel, squat, crouch, bend, stoop, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, to type, reach overhead, and climb ladders. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• 3+ years progressive retail leadership experience and proven skills in supervising, coaching and training; exhibits discretion, professional judgement, tact and diplomacy.
• Must have reliable transportation
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Location

Bellevue, WA, USA

Employment type

Full time

Compensation

Compensation for this role ranges from $24.25 - $40.40 per hour, varying with experience and qualifications. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors. However, LS&Co pays at least the local, state or federal minimum wage, whichever is higher. The amount a particular employee will earn within the wage range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, seniority, store location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue‑based metrics, and business needs. LS&Co offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive plans, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you, and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include paid leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k) match and health care benefits for eligible employees.

Benefits – Life Enhancing Perks

• 401K match: $1.25 for every $1.00 you contribute up to the first 6% of pay you save.
• Five hours of paid volunteer time per month with nonprofit organizations
• Product discount of 60% off regular‑price merchandise
• Paid Family Leave $22-$33 depending on experience
• Unwind & Recharge: 3 weeks of paid time off for the first year, growing to 4+ weeks thereafter (Full‑time Employees)
• Immediate medical, dental, and vision coverage (Health & Wellness)
• Free Medical Premiums w/Live.
• Paid volunteer hours & charity donation matching up to $2000/year (Full‑time & Part‑time Employees)
• Live in Levi's: 50% employee discount
• Retire Sooner: 125% match on your 401k, up to 6%! That's getting $1.25 for each $1 you put in. Free $$.
• Explore advanced opportunities at Levi's, Dockers & Beyond Yoga (Level Up)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our policy is to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, Vietnam era/disabled veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected classes prohibited by applicable law. Company policy prohibits harassment of applicants or employees on the basis of any protected classes. We have established a continuing affirmative action program to assure equal employment opportunity in all its policy decisions affecting recruitment, selection, assignment, promotion, training, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Our policy is to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, Vietnam era/disabled veteran status, physical or vmental disability, or other protected classes prohibited by applicable law. Company policy prohibits harassment or discrimination of applicants or employees on the basis of any protected classes. We have established a continuing affirmative action program to assure equal employment opportunity in all its policy decisions affecting recruitment, selection, assignment, promotion, training, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Company Culture

We're originals. From day one, we've been doing it our way — creating our own drumbeat and building something that's different from the rest. That's why we're looking for people who are excited about finding their career fit and transforming the future. Because at Levi Strauss & Co., you can do what you love while staying true to who you are.