Footwear Store Leader: People, Sales & Ops

Caleres; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shoe discounts

Career development

Relaxed dress code

Daily access to pay

Transfer between locations

Employee assistance programs

Total rewards

Job summary

Caleres is seeking a full-time Assistant Store Manager in Augusta, ME to lead store operations in the Store Manager’s absence. You will coach a team, uphold store standards, and drive customer-focused selling.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and delivering a flawless shopping experience. You will partner with the Store Manager to recruit, hire, and retain Associates, manage staffing, and ensure adherence to company programs, policies, and performance expectations.

Qualifications

• Has a High School Diploma/GED.
• Has at least 1 year of sales experience (retail sales preferred).
• Demonstrates experience in interviewing, hiring, and training people.
• Exhibits ability to lead, manage, motivate, and communicate positively with store Associates at all levels.
• Displays ability to train, coach and develop Associates to provide an engaging customer experience and execute operational tasks.
• Exercises independent judgment and discretion partnering with Store Sales Manager, as needed.
• Demonstrates strong cognitive skills, including problem solving analysis, decision making, and financial and quantitative analysis.
• Has advanced working knowledge of general retail practices and procedures.
• Can work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including holidays, nights, weekends, and extended hours.
• Has basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspire the Customer Connection by coaching selling behaviors and fostering a culture of care.
• Champion Talent Discovery by interviewing and hiring individuals passionate about customer experiences.
• Ace Retail Operations & Staffing by managing pricing, shipping, inventory, and store standards.
• Leverage Insights to Deliver Results by driving sales and improving location performance.
• Be a Culture Builder by promoting diversity and inclusivity among the team.
• Be our Store Manager’s Right Hand by stepping in when the manager is away and developing talent.

Skills

Leadership & coaching

Interviewing & hiring

Customer service mindset

Communication skills

Problem solving

Retail knowledge

Flexibility

Computer basics

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Caleres is seeking a full-time Assistant Store Manager in Augusta, ME to lead store operations in the Store Manager’s absence. You will coach a team, uphold store standards, and drive customer-focused selling.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, and delivering a flawless shopping experience. You will partner with the Store Manager to recruit, hire, and retain Associates, manage staffing, and ensure adherence to company programs, policies, and performance expectations.