Retail Assistant Manager (Assistant Store Leader) - FT - 0010 - MOA (700829)

Carhartt; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Store Leader to enhance consumer experiences and drive team engagement in a dynamic retail environment. This role is pivotal in supporting the Store Leader to ensure operational excellence, from executing visual merchandising to fostering a collaborative team atmosphere. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory experience and a passion for retail, eager to lead by example and contribute to the store's success. If you are motivated to create genuine connections with consumers and support a thriving team culture, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in retail operations.
• Strong knowledge in sales, customer service, and merchandising.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional consumer experiences and foster team engagement.
• Assist Store Leader in executing operational standards and community events.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Retail Operations Knowledge

Sales

Customer Service

Merchandising

Inventory Control

Store Budget Preparation

Loss Prevention

Staff Development

Excellent Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

PC Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

POS Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Details

Position Location: Bloomington, MN

Department: Retail Store Operations

Reports To: Store Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (overtime eligible)

Summary

At Carhartt, it is our mission to build rugged products that serve and protect hardworking people. Our Direct to Consumer retail team offers the ultimate experience of the brand; our deep-rooted values are tangible and exemplified in all we do. Our Assistant Store Leaders embody the core values and heritage on which our brand was founded while leading others to do the same. At Carhartt, ASL’s are innovative, motivators, driven to deliver the best experience for our consumers and store associates and always seeking to learn personally and professionally. This role is critical to the success of our brand and the leadership team in our stores.

We are All Leaders at Carhartt

In our words and by our actions, we strive to emulate the hardworking example set forth by our founder, Hamilton Carhartt. We Lead Business by creating value, delivering on results, and making changes along the way. We Lead Self by being dependable, because hardworking people count on us to have their back every day. We Lead Others by communicating and clearly defining the path as we walk bravely into the future.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate an environment of genuine consumer connection by being highly focused on delivering exceptional consumer experiences that are engaging, efficient, and personalized.
• Support the Store Leader with telling the Carhartt story at the retail store level by executing on consumer experience program initiatives, Visual Merchandising, and Visual Standards.
• Drive Associate Engagement by fostering a positive, collaborative team environment where associates can bring their best to work each and every day.
• Develop, train, coach, and provide feedback to all associates utilizing appropriate performance and talent management tools, ensuring positive growth throughout their associate journey.
• Assist the Store Leader with leading timely and effective execution of store controls and operating standards (including policy and procedure administration) while contributing towards helping the store be profitable and providing a safe work environment.
• Communicate with Store Leader regarding operations data; including product information (mix, trends, needs), local competition, local wages, events, etc.
• Support revenue-building strategies set by Corporate and Store Leader and monitor performance metrics to help achieve/exceed store goals.
• Assist the Store Leader with external partnerships and event promotions for the benefit of the store.
• Support execution of community engagement events.
• Engage with the local community and support the Store Leader with bringing forth ideas to continue to grow brand awareness.
• Assist the Store Leader with recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of all store positions.
• Ownership of individual development and professional growth.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience required in Related Field.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3 years of supervisory experience required.
• Retail Operations knowledge including: sales, customer service, merchandising, inventory control, store budget preparation, and loss prevention.
• Staff Development Experience: Knowledge in staffing, coaching, counseling, training, and development.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Exceptional team and collaboration skills.
• Strong PC skills: POS Systems and Microsoft Office.

Working Conditions

• EEO
• Moderate lifting (30-40 lbs.)
• Retail environment
• Retail hours
• Tobacco-free
• Travel (5%)