Assistant Store Manager PT

Lids; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Store Manager to join its team. This role focuses on driving sales and providing top-notch customer service while adhering to company guidelines. You will be responsible for supervising associates, managing store inventory, and ensuring a professional store environment. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to meet sales objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing retail brand known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

40% Employee Discount

Monthly Sales Bonuses

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience in retail or customer service.
• Strong ability to produce sales results while minimizing loss.

Responsibilities

• Produce sales gains by providing exceptional customer service.
• Assist in recruiting and training store personnel.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Performance

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computer Software

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About Our Company

Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel across the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Australia. Operating out of Indianapolis, IN, our retail stores offer officially licensed headwear and apparel from collegiate and professional sports teams, plus top brands like Nike, New Era, Adidas, and Mitchell & Ness.

We currently operate 1,200+ locations domestically and 50+ internationally, including specialty concept stores for the NBA, NHL, Paris Saint-Germain, and numerous MLB teams. In recent years, Lids has built partnerships with iconic global brands including Marvel, Playboy, and the Harlem Globetrotters, and gained ambassadors like Justin Jefferson, Quavo, and Josephine Skriver – creating a community for both sports fans and fashion lovers.

The company is currently expanding with the goal of becoming the largest licensed brick-and-mortar sports retailer across the globe.

General Position Summary

1. Produce sales gains, by providing customer service.
2. To meet or exceed Company Objectives in all individual statistics.
3. Learn to provide consistent, documented appraisal of an associate’s sales performance. Provide support by giving feedback on areas of strength and opportunity while keeping in line with Company Objectives.
4. Adhere to current visual guidelines including: proper merchandising, signage and store cleanliness.
5. Maintain a professional appearance consistent with Company Dress Code Policy.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Generate Sales

1. Produce sales gains, by providing customer service.
2. To meet or exceed Company Objectives in all individual statistics.
3. Learn to provide consistent, documented appraisal of an associate’s sales performance. Provide support by giving feedback on areas of strength and opportunity while keeping in line with Company Objectives.
4. Adhere to current visual guidelines including: proper merchandising, signage and store cleanliness.
5. Maintain a professional appearance consistent with Dress Code Policy.

Control Expenses

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

Additional Principal Duties And Responsibilities

Supervise Associates

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

Job Required Knowledge & Skills

1. High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of relevant experience.
2. Ability to produce sales results while minimizing loss.
3. Strong interpersonal skills and clear, professional communication.
4. Proficiency in operating a computer and relevant software.
5. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
6. Ability to climb ladders and work with hands overhead.
7. Standing for up to 100% of work time.
8. Ability to work independently.

Preferred Job Required Knowledge & Skills

Assistant Store Managers can earn up to 25% above local minimum wage based on experience. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. PT Assistant Store Managers are also eligible for monthly sales bonuses and a 40% employee discount.

Education

Reports To

• Store Manager

EEO Statement

Hat World, Inc., Lids Holdings, Inc., dba Lids and subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, military status, disability, or other protected characteristics is prohibited. Reasonable accommodations are provided for disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

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Req ID: 22286

Location: 5282 - South County Center

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Retail