Ast Mgr Merchandise

JCPenney; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 43,400 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus under Management Incentive Plan

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401(k) with Company match

Job summary

JCPenney in Augusta, Georgia is looking for an Assistant Manager Of Merchandise. This role focuses on leading sales growth by managing merchandise standards and engaging associates. You will oversee customer service practices while also training and mentoring team members.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of retail leadership experience and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. This position offers a competitive benefits package along with a bonus opportunity under the Management Incentive Plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years retail leadership experience.
• Strong ability to engage and develop associates.
• Ability to manage merchandise and execution standards.

Responsibilities

• Owns in-stock levels through merchandise replenishment.
• Coaches team for outstanding customer service.
• Supports omnichannel initiatives to drive sales.

Skills

Retail leadership experience

Customer service excellence

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Assistant Manager Of Merchandise

As the Assistant Manager of Merchandise, you will contribute to profitable sales growth by leading and engaging associates, managing company merchandise standards and execution, training and developing associates, and executing sales building programs to enhance the customer experience through driving performance standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Merchandise Execution Owns in-stock levels through merchandise replenishment activities. Maintains high merchandise presentation standards, actively leads the team in planning and execution of all merchandise and visual elements in the store.
• Customer Service and Sales Models, coach, and hold team accountable for outstanding customer service. Oversee the Manager on Duty program to ensure that associates are actively engaged, and customers are serviced appropriately.
• Omnichannel Supports Omnichannel initiatives to further drive sales and customer service. Owns the training and coaching on all Omnichannel initiatives and processes.
• Specialty Businesses: Responsible for driving sales growth in Fine jewelry, Window & Mattress business by leading and engaging associates. Owns the planning and execution of special events within specialty businesses.
• Team Development Partners with store management team to source and hire store talent for hourly positions. Plays an active role in the training and development of associates; coach in the moment, address performance issues.
• Performance Standards Consistently meets established performance standards; including but not limited to shrink and safety initiatives, Omnichannel, scheduling efficiency, associate relations, engagement, customer service, profit, productivity, and attendance.

Core Competencies & Accomplishments:

• Prioritizes Customers: Puts customer needs first and prioritizes what matters most to them. Identifies and removes barriers to provide excellent service and experiences.
• Takes Accountability: Takes responsibility for excellent customer experiences and reliably delivers solutions that meet customer needs.
• Produces Results: Demonstrates a sense of urgency to act decisively and quickly while establishing aggressive goals and takes appropriate risks to achieve results.
• Works Collaboratively: Collaborates cross-functionally by sharing information, seeking input from diverse perspectives, and working towards shared goals.
• Work experience- Minimum of 2 years retail leadership experience
• Education- bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

What you get:

Eligible for bonus under the Management Incentive Plan.

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on merchandise at all Catalyst Brands. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation.

Pay Range

USD $43,400.00 - USD $62,000.00 /Yr.