Assistant Store Manager - Red Wing, MN

Runnings; Red Wing (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Runnings operates a store in Red Wing, MN and seeks an Assistant Store Manager to partner with the Store Manager on merchandising, sales and operations. You will focus on delivering top‑tier customer service while guiding teams through daily tasks and store priorities.

The role emphasizes controlling expenses, optimizing inventory, coordinating product placement, and collaborating with buyers to meet shopper needs. Strong leadership and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management or supervisory role.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to manage inventory and merchandising plans.
• Proven track record in achieving sales goals.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall sales and expenses at assigned retail store.
• Direct and coordinate the merchandising of products.
• Set priorities for distribution of new merchandise.
• Ensure adequate inventory in all areas.
• Assist customers with purchases, returns, special orders, complaints.
• Work closely with Retail Buyer(s) to convey product needs.
• Ensure safety is practiced by employees and customers.
• Delegate authority to managerial personnel as deemed appropriate.

Skills

Customer service

Merchandising

Inventory management

Sales leadership

Team coordination

Problem solving

Job description

Description

The Assistant Store Manager acts as the Store Manager’s partner in the overall merchandising, sales and management within his or her assigned retail store. Assistant Managers are responsible to provide the highest level of customer service.

• Responsible for overall sales and expenses at assigned retail store.
• Direct and coordinate the merchandising of products.
• Set priorities for distribution of new merchandise throughout the retail store.
• Ensure adequate inventory in all areas.
• Assist customers with a full variety of needs including purchases, returns, special orders, complaints etc.
• Work closely with Retail Buyer(s) to ensure awareness of product needs and other product information throughout their assigned retail store.
• Ensure that safety is practiced when handling merchandise by employees and customers.
• Delegate authority to managerial personnel as deemed appropriate.