Full Time Assistant Manager - Phoenix Walmart

Build-A-Bear; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Build-A-Bear is seeking an Assistant Workshop Manager for their Phoenix Walmart location. This full-time role involves supporting the store manager with operations, team leadership, and driving sales. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in retail management and a passion for excellent guest service.

Qualifications

• 2 years of store management experience in a customer-centric retail environment.
• High School diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire team during shifts, ensuring performance and guest service.
• Drive sales through effective strategies and team motivation.
• Oversee inventory management and merchandising standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Sales Strategy

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree in Business or Management

Job description

Full Time Assistant Manager - Phoenix Walmart

Job Category: Retail Store Locations

Requisition Number: FULLT008858

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• Posted: May 30, 2025
• Full-Time

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Description

As an Assistant Workshop Manager at Build-A-Bear, you will support the store manager in all aspects of store operations, ensuring excellent guest service, efficient staff management, and effective execution of sales and marketing strategies. This role is vital in driving the store's success while maintaining a positive experience for guests and associates.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire your team during scheduled shifts, providing guidance, support, and feedback to ensure each team member performs at their best.
• Drive sales by implementing effective strategies, motivating the team, and providing exceptional guest service to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Ensure that all merchandising displays and layouts adhere to brand standards, creating an inviting and cohesive store environment.
• Lead the team to maintain operational efficiencies and adherence to store safety policies and procedures.
• Oversee inventory management processes, including receiving, stocking, and inventory counts.
• Assist in building and developing a high-performing team that delivers exceptional guest service.

Required Qualifications:

• 2 years of store management experience, with a proven, successful history in a customer-centric business, preferably in specialty retail.
• High school diploma.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of store management experience, with a proven, successful history in a customer-centric business, preferably in specialty retail.
• Associate’s (or higher) degree in business, management, or a related field.

Behavioral Traits for Success:

• Thrives in a “How Can I Help” environment.
• Able to balance creativity and fun with dependability.
• Connects with others to inspire results.
• Exercises good judgment in ambiguous situations.
• Displays strong initiative and self-direction.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment while remaining calm under pressure.
• Leads with a confident extraverted style that can enliven, engage, and positively impact individuals and groups.
• Maintains a positive outlook despite challenging circumstances.
• Active retail store management requires the ability to sit, stand, and move around for at least eight hours a day.
• Work environments include indoor/outdoor malls, strip centers, and other retail locations.
• Ability to work a typical retail schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Your Performance Will Be Measured On:

Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals, including but not limited to:

• Decision-making, judgment, and execution.
• Consistently meeting financial objectives.
• Creating an Experience First culture for guests and associates.
• Talent management.
• Consistent execution of operational standards.
• Fostering team collaboration, communication, and performance.

This description is not exhaustive. Supervisors may assign additional functions and responsibilities as needed. This document does not constitute an employment contract, and Build-A-Bear, Inc. reserves the right to modify this job description or assign tasks as appropriate.

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