Store Leadership & Growth: Assistant Manager

Athleta; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Paid time off

Volunteer hours

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Athleta in Westport, CT is seeking an Assistant Manager to set the tone for the store and lead the team, delivering a best-in-class customer experience. You will drive profitable sales, oversee customer and product operations, merchandising and talent development, and coach Leads and Brand Associates to high performance.

This role requires 1–3 years of retail management, a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of retail management experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication with customers and team to meet goals.
• Passionate about retail and thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Driven by metrics to deliver results.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Flexible schedule including holidays, evenings, overnights and weekends.
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Drive store sales through a customer-centric mindset.
• Recruit, hire and develop Brand Associate and Expert teams.
• Own assigned area of responsibility.
• Implement action plans to maximize efficiencies and productivity.
• Perform Service Leader duties.
• Ensure consistent execution of standard operating procedures.
• Represent the brand and monitor the competition and retail landscape.
• Promote community involvement.
• Leverage omni-channel for a frictionless customer experience.
• Ensure all compliance standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Retail technology

Metric-driven

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Athleta in Westport, CT is seeking an Assistant Manager to set the tone for the store and lead the team, delivering a best-in-class customer experience. You will drive profitable sales, oversee customer and product operations, merchandising and talent development, and coach Leads and Brand Associates to high performance.

This role requires 1–3 years of retail management, a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds.