Assistant Store Manager - Specialty

The Home Depot; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Store Manager - Specialty to support the Store Manager in driving sales and profitability. This role involves supervising associates, managing operations, and ensuring excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to excellence in retail management. Join a dynamic team where you can make a significant impact on store performance and customer satisfaction. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive and engaging environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience in a retail environment.
• Strong leadership and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise associates in sales efforts and maintain store appearance.
• Oversee front-end processes and manage daily financial operations.

Skills

Customer Service

Leadership

Sales Analysis

Inventory Management

Operations Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Position Purpose

Assistant Store Managers in Training are learning the responsibilities of roles such as Assistant Store Manager, Operations Assistant Store Manager, Night Operations Assistant Store Manager, and Specialty Assistant Store Manager. They support the Store Manager in developing strategies to drive sales and profitability through effective leadership and communication with associates.

Key Responsibilities

1. Customer Service Initiatives: Supervise associates in sales efforts, ensure stock availability, and maintain store appearance. Support staffing, stock management, and resolve customer issues.
2. Supervising Store Associates: Involve interviewing, hiring, motivating, coaching, training, developing, and communicating with staff. Learn performance management and disciplinary processes.
3. Operations Management: Oversee front-end processes, receipt and stocking of merchandise, equipment, and systems operation, and manage daily financial operations. Develop understanding of SOPs and safety compliance.
4. Business Analysis and Merchandise Planning: Drive profitability through sales trend analysis, work with partners on merchandise placement, and support inventory management.

Reporting and Travel

• Report to a Store Manager. Progressively assume supervision of associates.
• Overnight travel less than 10%.

Physical and Working Conditions

• Primarily sitting with opportunities to move; occasional lifting of light items.
• Indoor environment, infrequent unpleasant conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older.
• Legally permitted to work in the U.S.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of work experience.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• No additional qualifications required.
• Competencies include acting with integrity, product knowledge, customer service, inspiring achievement, safety orientation, and result delivery.