Retail Assistant Manager — Lead Store Operations

JD Sports NA; Hemet (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hibbett I City Gear in Hemet, CA is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the Store Manager in daily operations and to supervise staff in the manager’s absence. The role emphasizes exceptional customer service and store merchandise promotion.

Responsibilities include assisting with hiring, training, inventory control, and achieving store goals, with a strong focus on profitability and policy adherence.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail environment, preferably footwear and athletic apparel.
• 1-3 years of customer service experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with initiative to take on important tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Store Manager in controlling the assets of Hibbett I City Gear.
• Consult with Store Manager in establishing action plan to accomplish departmental and overall store responsibilities such as selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, and scheduling.
• Assumes responsibility of the entire store in the absence of the Store Manager.
• Assist in overall personnel recruiting, training, and evaluation.
• Provide knowledge and guidance to employees and customers in all departments when necessary.
• Ensure profitability by monitoring inventory, sales statistics, and expenses.
• Direct staff to ensure department responsibilities and standards.
• Promote and sell services and merchandise.
• Protect company assets and internal control procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Sales skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Hibbett I City Gear in Hemet, CA is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the Store Manager in daily operations and to supervise staff in the manager’s absence. The role emphasizes exceptional customer service and store merchandise promotion.

Responsibilities include assisting with hiring, training, inventory control, and achieving store goals, with a strong focus on profitability and policy adherence.