Assistant Store Manager PT

Lids; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their team as a Sales Associate. This role focuses on generating sales through exceptional customer service and maintaining store standards. You will be responsible for controlling expenses, managing inventory, and supervising associates to ensure compliance with company policies. If you have strong interpersonal skills and a passion for retail, this is an exciting opportunity to grow within a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of the store.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Generate sales by providing excellent customer service.
• Control expenses and manage store inventory accurately.
• Supervise associates and assist in training store personnel.

Skills

Sales Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Inventory Management

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

About Our Company

General Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Generate Sales

• Produce sales gains by providing customer service.
• Meet or exceed Company Objectives in all individual statistics.
• Provide consistent, documented appraisal of an associate’s sales performance and give feedback on areas of strength and opportunity while keeping in line with Company Objectives.
• Adhere to current visual guidelines, including proper merchandising, signage, and store cleanliness.
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with Dress Code Policy.

Control Expenses

• Protect Company assets within guidelines of LIDS Retail policies.
• Assist in preparation of store schedules that provide proper store coverage and are within the Company guidelines for wage control.
• Follow all policies to accurately manage store inventory including receiving, transferring, completing price changes, and conducting product counts.
• Perform proper documentation and record keeping per LIDS Retail policies as well as state and federal laws.
• Open and close the store as required following the procedures per the Operations P&P Manual.
• Support and adhere to all LIDS policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Additional Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise Associates

• Participate in LIDS Training Programs, adhere to set goals (for sales and tasks), and conduct regular follow-ups.
• Assist in recruiting and training store personnel on proper store operations and procedures.
• Encourage store associates’ compliance with established company policies, procedures, and guidelines including the safekeeping of company inventory, funds, and property.
• Perform work of subordinates as needed.
• Communicate with employees at all levels of the company.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Required Knowledge & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of relevant experience.
• Established ability to produce sales results while minimizing loss.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate verbally in a clear professional manner.
• Ability to operate a computer, as well as maneuver relative software programs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb a ladder and work with hands overhead.
• Standing required for up to 100% of the work time.
• Ability to work unsupervised.

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

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