Assistant Store Manager PT

Lids Inc; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in sports retail is seeking a dedicated Assistant Store Manager to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be pivotal in driving sales and ensuring exceptional customer experiences while adhering to company policies. Your responsibilities will include managing store operations, training staff, and maintaining inventory, all while fostering a positive work environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a company that values teamwork and commitment to excellence, especially as it expands its footprint in the sports retail market. If you are passionate about sports and retail, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Monthly Sales Bonuses

40% Employee Discount

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Produce sales gains by providing excellent customer service.
• Maintain store cleanliness and adhere to merchandising guidelines.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Performance

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Proficiency

Inventory Management

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Ladder Climbing

Unsupervised Work

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Retail Management Software

Job description

Store # - Mall Name: 6705 - Westfarms Mall

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

• 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. Provide support by giving 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 Company Dress Code Policy.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• 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. Provide support by giving 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 Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in LIDS Training Programs, adhere to set goals (for sales and tasks) and regular follow up.
• 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 (but not limited to) 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 relative 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.

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. Assistant Store Managers PT are also available for monthly store sales bonuses and a 40% employee discount.