Assistant Store Manager

Job Description:

The Assistant Store Manager supports the Store Manager in overseeing all store operations to ensure excellent customer service, efficient workflow, and achievement of sales and profitability goals. This leadership role involves managing staff, maintaining store standards, and assisting with administrative tasks.

Assist the Store Manager in the following functions as needed:

• Recruit, interview and select employees.
• Supervise, direct, set goals and delegate tasks using independent judgment.
• Arrange for ongoing training and communication with all employees working within your area.
• Cultivate growth through the development of high potential employees.
• Evaluate, coach, reward, recognize employees and celebrate successes.
• Handle conflict and counsel employees that require disciplinary actions up to and including termination.
• Oversee total store operations including payroll processes, sales, contribution, diversity, development, and retention.
• Achieve all Company operations and sales goals/objectives (e.g., contribution, budget, gross profit, productivity, merchandising/signage, price checks/changes, promotions/contests, etc.), as well as monitor weekly sales and labor projections.
• Build relationships, educate our customers, and create sales.
• Monitor and report on competitive activity.
• Represent the Company to respective government officials, agencies, and media.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Ability to operate equipment in location while following best practices.
• Accurately scan/ring all items.
• Stocking and cleaning interior and exterior of the building.
• Accurately handle and secure all monies, funds and other media assigned.
• Adhere to all Company policies/procedures and government regulations.
• Adhere to all Company loss prevention policies and procedures (e.g., controlling waste and utilities, damaged goods, reporting theft, etc.).

Requirements:

• Ability to develop into a Store Manager strongly preferred.
• Ability to represent A Culture of Caring and The Pursuit of Excellencethrough the support of Big Y's Mission & Vision.
• Ability to develop, motivate, and influence others through training, mentoring, coaching and team-building.
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels.
• Demonstrates financial acumen.
• Must project a clean and professional appearance.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude and businesslike conduct.
• Ability to operate within Company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule in accordance with the needs of the store.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, ability to prioritize and follow-through.
• Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to learn and utilize computer applications.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.