Retail Store Operations Lead

Ashley Stewart, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Ashley Stewart in Chicago is seeking a Part‑Time Assistant Manager who will execute store operations, merchandising and supervision during shifts, and serve as manager-on-duty in the Store Manager's absence. The role emphasizes driving sales, delivering outstanding customer service, and maintaining visuals and company policies.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years retail experience, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time and staff

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years retail experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply retail math principles.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to use a POS system.
• High level of initiative and accountability.
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple initiatives.
• Detail oriented; consistently meets deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales to exceed financial plan.
• Assist in evaluating business and improving results.
• Assist in setting and monitoring store goals (daily, weekly).
• Assist in managing store expenses.
• Ensure all funds and merchandise are handled according to Company policy and procedure.
• Assist in maintaining final report accountability for store operations, associate development and financial contribution.
• Assist with scheduling a minimum of 1 grass-root event per quarter.
• Effectively manage merchandise.
• Must effectively market externally to build their business.
• Provide an exceptional customer service experience to all customers.
• Properly zone store for optimum selling and customer experience.
• Serve as product knowledge expert to educate customers and Associates.
• Successfully model the Company values; hold all Associates accountable to do the same.
• Serve as a role model to all Associates for exceptional customer service through customer experience.
• Serve as manager on duty in the absence of the Store Manager and Full Time Assistant Manager.
• Communicate with Store Manager and Full Time Assistant Manager on areas of importance.
• Conduct Take 5's to ensure all Associates are updated on daily Company and store communications.
• Maintain the highest standards in store operations in relation to the Policy and Procedures manual.
• Partner with store Associates to ensure the neatness, maintenance and cleanliness of the store.
• Execute merchandise displays and visuals to enhance the Brand.
• Assist in placing supply orders and monitoring inventory levels.
• Effectively manage time for self and Associates.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Retail math principles

POS system proficiency

Initiative and accountability

Prioritize multiple initiatives

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Ashley Stewart in Chicago is seeking a Part‑Time Assistant Manager who will execute store operations, merchandising and supervision during shifts, and serve as manager-on-duty in the Store Manager's absence. The role emphasizes driving sales, delivering outstanding customer service, and maintaining visuals and company policies.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years retail experience, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time and staff