Timberland: Assistant Manager - Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets

Vans; Central Valley (NY); On-site; USD 35,707 - 53,561; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive potential including sales commission

Diverse and inclusive workforce benefits

Job summary

Vans is seeking an Assistant Store Manager in Central Valley, New York. In this role, you will lead and develop a team to deliver best-in-class customer experiences while partnering with the Store Manager to drive profitability.

Ideal candidates have retail leadership experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to motivate teams. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of retail or store leadership experience.
• Ability to drive results and exceed sales goals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate a team of Brand Advocates.
• Supervise daily store operations including opening and closing.
• Support Store Manager in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer service

Team development

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Timberland, we’re a force of nature. We’re a team that steps outside, works hard together, and moves the world forward. The brand is widely recognized as the arbiter of boot culture. With a rich heritage of craftsmanship and an eye toward the future, Timberland has a decades‑long commitment to making products responsibly, protecting the outdoors, and building community. Before you get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side‑by‑side with a team of fun, adventure‑loving people, Timberland just may be the place for you. To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Timberland Careers or www.timberland.com.

Assistant Store Manager

What will you do?

A day in the life of an Assistant Store Manager at Timberland looks a little like this. As the Assistant Store Manager, you will lead, develop, and motivate a team of Brand Advocates to deliver consistent, best‑in‑class customer experience that reflects our brand values and purpose. You will partner closely with the Store Manager to drive profitability by ensuring excellence in customer engagement, merchandising, operations, and community connection. In the Store Manager’s absence, you will assume full responsibility for the store. This role is ideal for someone passionate about leadership, team development, and creating an inclusive, high‑performing retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the store team in achieving and exceeding sales goals by monitoring progress against key performance indicators while also achieving individual goals.
• Lead and coach the team to exceed individual and store productivity goals.
• Model exceptional customer service and selling behaviors to inspire the team and create authentic brand experiences.
• Supervise daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures, floor coverage, and task delegation.
• Support the Store Manager in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding high‑caliber talent.
• Provide ongoing training, feedback, and development to team members.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Partner with the Store Manager to manage expenses, control shrink, and drive profitability.
• Maintain visual merchandising standards and ensure product replenishment aligns with brand directives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement.
• Promote a respectful, inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Support inventory management through accurate shipping, receiving, and stockroom practices.

What do you need to succeed?

We all bring unique skills to work each day. For this role, there are foundational skills needed to succeed, along with 2+ years of retail or store leadership experience in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, but we value hands‑on experience and demonstrated achievements most.

Foundational Skills

• Proven ability to drive results through store teams and exceed sales and profit goals.
• Skilled in coaching, motivating, and building high‑performing, diverse teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels.
• Solution‑oriented and flexible in a fast‑paced, dynamic retail environment.
• Capable of working independently, managing shifting priorities, and meeting business expectations.
• Comfortable using word processing, spreadsheets, and retail software tools.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the store for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting light to moderate weight, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring Range: $25.92 - $38.88 USD per hour. Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com. Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law. Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.