Retail Assistant Store Manager

Skechers USA Retail, LLC; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee discounts

Career advancement

Benefits reviewed at interview

Job summary

Skechers USA Retail, LLC is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Elizabeth, NJ. You will lead a team, coach staff, and drive daily performance while ensuring exemplary customer service and store standards.

Responsibilities include managing inventory, optimizing visual displays, scheduling, and ensuring efficient store operations. You may lift up to 50 lbs during peak periods and participate in performance initiatives to exceed sales goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of prior retail management or supervisory experience.
• Retail leadership experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team to meet sales goals and deliver outstanding customer service.
• Oversee visual merchandising and store layout to meet brand standards.
• Manage inventory, restocking, and floor replenishment for a seamless shopping experience.

Skills

Team leadership

Visual merchandising

Inventory management

Operations management

Sales management

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WHO WE ARE:Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.ABOUT THE ROLE:The Assistant Store Manager position is critical to our success, providing support to the Management Team in all areas of operations management and team leadership. You’ll drive the store’s daily performance, inspire a team of employees, and ensure seamless customer service delivery. By managing inventory, enhancing visual merchandising, and executing strategic sales management initiatives, you’ll directly contribute to the store’s profitability and overall success.COMPENSATION RATE:STARTING RATE: $26.45HOURLY RANGE: $26.45-$28.06BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS AS AN ASSISTANT MANAGER:Competitive pay with regular pay increasesGenerous discounts on Skechers footwear, apparel, and accessories (including exclusive days for Friends and Family!)Additional Benefits & Perks to be reviewed during the interview process.Opportunities for career advancement within Skechers global network.WHAT YOU WILL DO:Team Leadership: Mentor, coach, and motivate employees to achieve sales management goals, deliver outstanding customer service, and foster a positive work environment.Visual Merchandising: Act as a brand ambassador by ensuring product displays and store layouts meet Skechers' high standards for style and innovation.Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, manage restocking processes, and organize the sales floor to create a seamless shopping experience.Operations Management: Oversee store systems, including scheduling, opening/closing procedures, and operational processes. Support peak store operations by occasionally lifting and moving boxes (up to 50 lbs.)Sales Management: Drive revenue growth by implementing performance strategies, setting expectations, and exceeding sales goals.Problem-Solving: Proactively address operational challenges and resolve customer concerns to maintain satisfaction.WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:Support the Store Manager in driving sales goals, KPIs, and key business metricsAnalyze store performance data and proactively implement strategies to improve resultsManage scheduling, payroll targets, and task delegation to optimize productivityMaintain a high level of product knowledge and ensure the team is educated on new launches and promotionsManage multiple priorities simultaneously in a high-traffic, fast-paced environmentQuickly adapt to shifting priorities, unexpected situations, and high-demand scenariosServe as the Manager on Duty (MOD) in the absence of the Store Manager, making real-time decisions that impact the businessREQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required. Minimum 2–3 years of prior retail management or supervisory experience. Retail, restaurant, or hospitality leadership experience is preferred.Sales skills to drive revenue growth and meet targetsExcellent communication skills in written, verbal and interpersonal skillsMust be at least 18 years of age at time of application.Step into your next retail career with Skechers!About SkechersSkechers, a global Fortune 500 company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.Equal Employment OpportunitySkechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.Reasonable AccommodationApplicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing [e-mail] perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.