Relief Manager

Big 5 Corp; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Manager who is passionate about sports and outdoor activities. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow within the management structure, providing essential leadership to the store team. Ideal candidates will possess strong customer service skills and a background that aligns with the industry. With a well-defined training program, you will gain valuable experience and knowledge necessary for advancement. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your professional development in a vibrant retail environment.

Benefits

Company Sponsored Education Assistance

Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Purchase Discount

Employee Referral Program

Life Insurance

Paid Personal Time Off

Pet Insurance

Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan - 401k/Roth IRA

Ticket Discounts to Top Attractions and Events

Qualifications

• Candidates should be enthusiastic and sports-minded individuals.
• Solid customer service backgrounds are essential.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the store.
• Training newly hired associates.
• Inventory control and loss prevention enforcement.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant Experience

Job description

Description

With over 400 stores located throughout the western United States, Big 5 Sporting Goods is the neighborhood store that gets you ready to play. For over 60 years, everything we do comes down to having the most talented individuals on our team. An Assistant Manager position is a perfect career opportunity for sports and outdoor enthusiasts. Our team members' qualities serve as a foundation for future growth, and our managers provide leadership and direction to the entire store team. The Assistant Manager gains knowledge and experience, required for promotion to higher management positions, by performing various duties personally or through subordinates. A well-defined training program will be provided to help you develop within our management structure. Candidates should be enthusiastic, energetic, sports-minded individuals with solid customer service backgrounds and relevant educational paths suited for the industry.

Responsibilities

1. Opening and closing the store
2. Staffing the store with service-oriented associates
3. Performing customer sales and service
4. Directing sales and cashier associates
5. Training newly hired associates
6. Merchandising and compliance with all company policies
7. Answering customer inquiries via telephone
8. Setting promotional signage and other duties as assigned
9. Enforcing all company policies
10. Learning and providing product descriptions
11. Proposing add-on sales
12. Checking and retrieving merchandise from storage areas
13. Organizing, restocking, and cleaning merchandise on the sales floor
14. Inventory control and loss prevention enforcement

Requirements

1. Must be 21 years of age or older
2. High School diploma, GED, or relevant experience
3. Basic organizational and math skills
4. Subject to E-Verify upon accepting an offer
5. Light to moderate lifting, with or without reasonable accommodation
6. Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Company Sponsored Education Assistance
• Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Purchase Discount
• Employee Referral Program
• Kinecta Credit Union Membership
• Life Insurance
• Paid Personal Time Off, Sick Time, and Vacation
• Pet Insurance
• Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan - 401k/Roth IRA
• Ticket Discounts to Top Attractions and Events

Pay Scale

$18.15 - $21.90/hour depending on store location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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