Retail Assistant Store Manager

Skechers; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 3,644,000 - 3,866,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on Skechers footwear and 15%

Friend and Family discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Skechers is hiring an Assistant Store Manager in Elizabeth, NJ to support the Store Manager and lead a team in delivering outstanding customer service. You will drive daily performance, manage inventory and visual merchandising, and execute sales initiatives to boost profitability.

You will oversee scheduling, training, and operations while acting as MOD in the Manager's absence, with opportunities for career growth within Skechers' global network.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of retail management or supervisory experience.
• Sales skills to drive revenue growth and meet targets.
• Excellent communication skills in writing and speaking.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: mentor, coach, and motivate employees to achieve sales goals and deliver excellent customer service.
• Visual Merchandising: ensure displays and layouts meet Skechers' standards for style and innovation.
• Inventory Management: monitor stock levels, restock efficiently, and optimize the sales floor.
• Operations Management: oversee scheduling, opening/closing procedures, and store systems.
• Sales Management: drive revenue by implementing performance strategies and exceeding targets.
• Problem-Solving: address issues promptly to maintain customer satisfaction.

Skills

Sales skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Age 18+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers - 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.

Who We Are

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers - 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: $26.45

HOURLY RANGE: $26.45-$28.06

Benefit Highlights As An Assistant Manager

• Competitive pay with regular pay increases


• Generous 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 metrics


• Analyze store performance data and proactively implement strategies to improve results


• Manage scheduling, payroll targets, and task delegation to optimize productivity


• Maintain a high level of product knowledge and ensure the team is educated on new launches and promotions


• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a high-traffic, fast-paced environment


• Quickly adapt to shifting priorities, unexpected situations, and high-demand scenarios


• Serve as the Manager on Duty (MOD) in the absence of the Store Manager, making real-time decisions that impact the business

Requirements

• 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 targets


• Excellent communication skills in written, verbal and interpersonal skills


• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application.

Step into your next retail career with Skechers!

About Skechers

Skechers, 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 Opportunity

Skechers 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 Accommodation

Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing [e-mail].

To 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.