Assistant Store Manager - Myrtle Beach, SC

Spring Footwear, Corp.; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee benefits

Employee discounts

Profit sharing

Advancement opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Spring Step Shoes at Tanger Outlets Myrtle Beach is seeking an energetic Assistant Store Manager to support daily operations, lead on the sales floor, coach the team, and drive strong customer experiences. This hands-on leadership role involves scheduling, merchandising, and staff development to meet store goals.

You will partner with the Store Manager, mentor associates, and uphold brand standards while maintaining a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of retail experience, preferably in a sales-driven environment.
• Previous supervisory, key-holder, or retail leadership experience is strongly preferred.
• Footwear, fashion, apparel, or accessories experience is a plus.
• Strong customer service and selling skills with the ability to motivate others.
• Comfortable coaching employees and providing clear, constructive feedback.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using POS systems and basic computer applications.
• Dependable, professional, and able to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Ability to work a flexible retail schedule, including weekends, evenings and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Store Manager to achieve store sales goals and performance expectations.
• Lead by example on the sales floor to create a welcoming customer experience.
• Coach and motivate Sales Associates to strengthen product knowledge and selling skills.
• Build a positive, accountable, results-driven team culture.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and development of store associates.
• Assist with employee performance and day-to-day team matters with Store Manager guidance.
• Maintain product presentation, merchandising, and visual standards per company direction.
• Support promotions, marketing initiatives, and seasonal product launches.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing to maintain coverage and productivity.
• Support inventory management, stock counts, and organization.
• Follow opening/closing procedures, cash-handling, and daily deposits.
• Help protect assets by following loss-prevention procedures.
• Step into store leadership when the Store Manager is unavailable.

Skills

Retail experience

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Coaching/mentoring

Communication skills

POS systems

Organization

Flexibility

Job description

Assistant Store Manager – Spring Step Shoes

Tanger Outlets Myrtle Beach | Myrtle Beach, SC

Spring Step Shoes is looking for an energetic and customer-focused Assistant Store Manager to join our team at Tanger Outlets Myrtle Beach.

Since 1991, Spring Footwear has built a reputation for bringing together comfort, style, quality, and value through our family of brands. Our retail teams bring that experience directly to our customers, creating an environment where great service, strong product knowledge, and a passion for fashion come together.

Our mission is simple:

“To develop successful partnerships by creating and delivering the best quality, value, product, and service every day!”

About the Role

As an Assistant Store Manager, you will work closely with the Store Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the store, drive sales performance, and create an exceptional customer experience.

This is a hands-on leadership position. You will be actively involved on the sales floor while helping coach the team, maintain visual and operational standards, support scheduling and staffing needs, and ensure the store runs smoothly.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with people, leads by example, and knows how to turn great customer service into strong sales results.

What You'll Do

• Partner with the Store Manager to achieve store sales goals and overall performance expectations.
• Lead by example on the sales floor and create a welcoming, engaging customer experience.
• Coach and motivate Sales Associates to strengthen product knowledge, selling skills, and customer service.
• Help build a positive, accountable, and results-driven team culture.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and development of store associates.
• Assist with employee performance and day-to-day team matters in partnership with the Store Manager and Retail leadership.
• Maintain strong product presentation, merchandising, and visual standards in accordance with company direction.
• Support promotions, marketing initiatives, and seasonal product launches.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing to maintain appropriate store coverage and productivity.
• Support inventory management, stock counts, and merchandise organization.
• Follow opening and closing procedures, cash-handling requirements, and daily bank deposit processes.
• Help protect company assets by following established loss-prevention and risk-management procedures.
• Step into store leadership responsibilities when the Store Manager is unavailable.

What We're Looking For

• At least 1 year of retail experience, preferably in a sales-driven environment.
• Previous supervisory, key-holder, or retail leadership experience is strongly preferred.
• Footwear, fashion, apparel, or accessories experience is a plus.
• Strong customer service and selling skills with the ability to motivate others.
• Comfortable coaching employees and providing clear, constructive feedback.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using POS systems and basic computer applications.
• Dependable, professional, and comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Ability to work a flexible retail schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend as needed, climb an 8-foot ladder, and lift up to 40 pounds.

What We Offer

At Spring Step Shoes, we want our team members to grow with us. We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Employee benefits for eligible employees
• Employee footwear/product discounts
• Profit-sharing eligibility based on plan requirements
• Opportunities for advancement within our growing retail organization
• A collaborative, team-oriented environment where your contribution matters