Full-Time Assistant Manager

BoxLunch; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

BoxLunch is looking for a Full-Time Assistant Manager to support the Store Manager in achieving store objectives and leading a collaborative team. This role involves driving sales through effective customer engagement, operational excellence, and team development, all while fostering a culture of philanthropy and pop culture appreciation.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of retail store management experience.
• Passion for philanthropy and pop culture is a plus.
• Basic retail skills and ability to handle merchandise up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Support Store Manager in achieving sales goals and recruiting.
• Create customer engagement through promotions and social media.
• Monitor operational tasks and prevent shrink/loss.

Skills

Communication

Team Development

Time Management

Operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Degree (bonus)

Job description

At BoxLunch, we’re committed to using our love of pop culture to do something amazing: eliminate hunger. With every $10 spent, we donate a meal to Feeding America that directly benefits the communities we serve.

We’re searching for a Full-Time Assistant Manager to help lead our civic-minded, pop culture-driven brand. You’ll support the Store Manager in achieving store objectives related to sales targets, recruiting, and development. Think of yourself as Harry Potter and Luke Skywalker rolled into one; capable of handling anything that comes your way while driving sales and building lifelong customer relationships.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Support your Store Manager in achieving sales plans and/or comparable sales goals. While not solely about the revenue, it’s a key part of the role.
• Help recruit, develop, and retain a passionate, collaborative team to run your store effectively.
• Create buzz and customer engagement by promoting new products, leveraging social media, and utilizing benefits like BOPIS and curbside pickup.
• Provide leadership to ensure the store operates smoothly, balancing operational tasks, delegation, autonomy, and customer-first selling practices.
• Monitor shrink/loss prevention, payroll hours, and associate schedules to maintain operational excellence.
• Communicate effectively with retail leadership and HQ regarding trends and customer feedback.
• Use sales reports and data analytics to inform your strategy and meet sales targets.
• Merchandise the store compellingly, following planograms and launching promotions on schedule.
• Develop your team of loyal, high-performing, customer-focused associates in partnership with your Store Manager.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• At least 1-2 years of retail store management experience. Passion for philanthropy and pop culture is a plus!
• Proven success in leading teams, with skills in communication, recruiting, operations, and team development.
• Strong skills in communication, time management, professionalism, and operational tasks, with a drive to develop your team.
• You must be at least 18 years old to join our team.
• A high school diploma or GED; a degree is a bonus.
• Ability to adapt to the fast-changing retail environment and handle unexpected challenges.
• Basic retail skills, including navigating the store, merchandising, and handling merchandise weighing up to 50 pounds.