Assistant Manager

Reports to: Store Manager Department: Retail Job Purpose: As part of the store management team, the Assistant Manager (AM) is responsible for the day-to-day management of all departments’ presentation and performance. The AM is a leader who exercises judgment and uses discretion to solve problems, make informed decisions and manage wisely. The AM will assist in management of all areas of store operations as needed. Essential Job Results

• Setting the standard for excellence in the customer experience, from beginning to end for all team members
• Schedule training hours into the schedule each week, tracks, and follow up with team members on their training
• Train, coach and develop team members in partnership with all members of management
• Be a constant presence on the sales floor, leading the sales team by example
• Monitor the store’s sales performance daily utilizing available reports
• Coordinate sales and flyer promotions and activities, ensure accurate pricing, team member training, and ensure team members practice company selling standards
• Oversee and promote sales contests to achieve goals established by the home office.
• Communicate with business partners to resolve store issues, obtain guidance for store performance and best practices
• Support in the recruitment and hiring of qualified applicants to meet the store’s needs
• Assist with scheduling team members and maintaining integrity in all scheduling functions, ensuring schedules and Payroll budgets are compliant with company standards
• Coordinate and participate in department inventories
• Provide guidance to expedite the flow of merchandise from the receiving area to the sales floor
• Monitor the store’s inventory, and sales performance daily utilizing all available reports
• Monitor all areas of possible loss due to theft, shoplifting, free bagging, fraud, and/or carelessness. Use safe work procedures while setting a good example to fellow employees

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• Safeguard company assets by properly securing the facility and all areas containing sensitive or highly confidential information
• Carry out work in a manner that will not create a hazard to themselves or others
• Work with co-workers and members of the Safety Committee to help create a safe working environment making safety suggestions and recommendations
• Report and accidents, incidents, near misses, injuries, and/or occupational health concerns to a safety committee member
• Follow Peavey Industries L.P. medical and first aid procedures
• Positively communicate and demonstrate the company’s Core Values.
• Included in this list, are any additional tasks as assigned by Supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• The Assistant Manager supervises and manages a number of team members in the

store, as part of the store management team. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain records and documentation; attention to detail
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service, lead the sales charge and teach those behaviors
• Ability to recruit, develop and train team members, build relationships, and utilize skills of team members
• Ability to process information/merchandise through computer system
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, understandable manner, and listen attentively to others
• Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of retail management experience

Working Conditions

• Standing for extended periods, walking long distances to move/handle merchandise, and provide customer service.
• Lifting, up to 40 lbs. and maintaining fitness level to perform all functions as set forth above

Salary : From $43,000.00 per year

Benefits :

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Store discount
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education :

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience :

• Retail Management: 1 year (preferred)