Assistant Store Manager - Mount Vernon Plaza, Alexandria, VA

R555US DTLR, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 29,480 - 32,235; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Company-paid time off

Job summary

R555US DTLR, Inc. is looking for an Assistant Store Manager in Alexandria, Virginia. This role involves assisting the Store Manager with daily retail operations, managing sales and profitability, and leading the store team. Candidates should have at least one year of retail management experience and strong interpersonal and analytical skills.

The position offers a pay range of $21.40 - $23.40 per hour, with benefits including medical, dental, and a 401K plan for eligible employees. Flexible scheduling is required, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year in retail management.
• Solid knowledge of business and excellent command of the English language.
• High level of interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think strategically and organize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in daily operations.
• Responsible for quality and performance of retail staff.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assist in recruitment and training of personnel.

Skills

Retail management experience

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Job description

Position Summary

The primary purpose of the Assistant Store Manager is to assist the Store Manager in upholding the daily store operations of a retail store ensuring maximum sales and profitability through merchandising execution, managing expenses and inventory, training and development of the store team, human resources management, and outstanding customer service. The standard work week does not exceed 40 hours and requires a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall quality and performance of the retail store staff.
• Ensures compliance of all company policies and procedures.
• Models effective leadership to gain commitment to store goals and training standards.
• Assist with the recruitment, selection and training and development of store personnel.
• Assist, and provide feedback to Store Manager on annual performance evaluations for all store employees.
• Assist with expense management and develops strategies that position stores to perform in accordance with the budget.
• Assist Store Manager with monitoring and identifying issues relevant to the loss or inconsistencies in the store to ensure the store achieves successful goals of shrink that are at or below company plan.
• Monitors and controls all aspects of operational compliance, safety and business standards.
• Supports the training of all employees in suggested selling and merchandising techniques.
• Ensures company customer service standards are upheld so that each customer receives outstanding service by providing a friendly environment.
• Assists in the completion of accurate and regular merchandise inventory counts.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year in retail management.
• Solid knowledge of business and excellent command of the English language to effectively communicate with management, associates and customers.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to think strategically, plan and organize effectively.
• Ability to maintain an exemplary degree of professionalism in all situations.
• Proficient analytical ability to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to various administrative problems, and prioritize work.
• Results driven with demonstrated critical and creative thinking skills.
• Project management, time management, analytical and superior organizational skills required.
• Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, and independent judgment with compassion and diplomacy.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, multi-task, set priorities effectively and efficiently to proactively respond to changing demands from multiple sources.
• Ability to execute directives with precision and consistency.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Willing to work in multiple stores in the assigned district.

Physical Requirements

• Stand for extended periods of time; lift, carry, push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work extended hours during critical project phases and in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with flexibility.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Willing to travel via car, plane or train.

Compensation and Benefits

Assistant Manager pay range: $21.40 - $23.40 per hour. Bonus opportunity if guidelines or criteria are met. All roles are eligible for the company 401K plan. Full‑time roles will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and company‑paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity

DTLR, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.