Retail Assistant store Manager

Skechers; Wrentham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a well-known global brand, where you'll play a vital role in driving store performance and ensuring exceptional customer service. As an Assistant Store Manager, you will lead a dedicated team, manage inventory, and enhance visual merchandising to create an inviting shopping atmosphere. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in retail, with a focus on teamwork, leadership, and customer satisfaction. If you're passionate about retail and eager to make a difference, this role offers a rewarding path in a fun and fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay with regular increases

Generous discounts on footwear and apparel

Career advancement opportunities

Fun and fast-paced workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in sales management and achieving targets.
• Strong organizational skills for inventory and operations.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and motivate employees to achieve sales goals.
• Manage inventory and ensure a seamless shopping experience.
• Drive revenue growth through effective sales strategies.

Skills

Team Leadership

Sales Management

Inventory Management

Customer Service

Visual Merchandising

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

WHY SKECHERS?

We offer a casual and creative atmosphere where, for over 30 years, Skechers has been renowned for its lifestyle, performance, accessories, and apparel collections for the whole family—celebrated for style, quality, innovation, and comfort. We foster an environment where ideas are welcomed, an entrepreneurial mindset is encouraged, and customer service is always a priority. Our fun and fast-paced workplace offers endless opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed.

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: $22.69

HOURLY RANGE: $22.69-$24.07

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 and 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:

• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
• Strong organizational skills to manage inventory and operational tasks effectively.
• Experience in sales management, delivering results, and meeting targets.
• An ability to create a respectful, inclusive, and safe work environment for employees and customers.
• Exceptional team leadership and communication skills to foster collaboration and success.
• Acts with a sense of confidentiality and urgency.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Retail, restaurant, or hospitality leadership experience is preferred but not required.
• Sales skills to drive revenue growth and meet targets.
• Excellent communication skills in written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.

Step into your next retail career with Skechers!

About Skechers

Skechers (NYSE: SKX), a global Fortune 500 brand, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do – delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers through various channels, including department and specialty stores, e-commerce, digital stores, and more than 5,200 retail locations worldwide. Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers has spent 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic by law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation should request it by emailing [e-mail]. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified.