Assistant Store Manager

• Immediate Need!!
• Mid-size retail company
• Metro Atlanta

Our client is seeking a driven and experienced Store Manager or Assistant Manager to lead one of their thriving retail locations. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, implementing sales campaigns, managing scheduling, and driving sales while fostering a positive and productive environment for your team. You will also manage payroll budgeting, conduct regular employee reviews, and hold weekly meetings with sales associates to maintain alignment and motivation. This position is ideal for someone with strong leadership skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to take initiative and tackle challenges head-on.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and motivate store employees to achieve sales goals, provide excellent customer service, and uphold company standards.
• Oversee day-to-day store operations, including opening and closing procedures, inventory management, and merchandising.
• Implement sales campaigns and strategies to drive performance and achieve targets.
• Hold weekly meetings with sales associates to discuss performance, goals, and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage the scheduling of sales associates and assistant managers to ensure optimal coverage and productivity.
• Manage payroll budgeting to align with financial goals while maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
• Conduct bi-yearly and yearly employee performance reviews, providing feedback, setting goals, and identifying opportunities for development.
• Train, mentor, and develop staff to ensure a high-performing and cohesive team.
• Proactively identify and address performance gaps, holding team members accountable for meeting expectations.
• Ensure the store consistently delivers a clean, organized, and inviting shopping experience.
• Collaborate with district and corporate leadership to implement company strategies and achieve sales targets.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance, inventory levels, and key performance metrics (KPIs) to drive improvements.
• Recruit, hire, and retain top talent while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and effectively to maintain a high level of satisfaction.
• Take initiative to address challenges, find innovative solutions, and drive store success.

What You’ll Need:

• 2+ years of retail management experience, preferably in a high-volume or multi-tasking environment.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team to achieve business objectives.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with customers and team members.
• Experience with managing schedules for a team, including sales associates and assistant managers.
• Strong understanding of payroll budgeting and aligning staffing with financial goals.
• Experience implementing sales campaigns and strategies to achieve business goals.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency with technology, including Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive) and retail management systems (e.g., POS and inventory systems).
• A results-oriented mindset, with the ability to analyze metrics and implement strategies to achieve goals.
• A passion for retail, customer service, and creating an engaging shopping experience.

Why Join Us:

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a retail location and make a meaningful impact on the business. If you are a proactive, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!