Assistant Store Manager

Buckle
Cincinnati, OH
Category Retail
Job Description
The Assistant in Training (AIT) and Assistant Manager position's primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, “to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests.”

Requirements

  • Greet Guests with a friendly, engaging attitude, and is consistently prepared to provide legendary service to each Guest
  • Achieve personal sales-per-hour, average sales and total net sales goals set by Store Management
  • Maintain and build good Guest relationships to develop a client based business
  • Lead by example with a high level of showmanship, excellent customer service and attentiveness
  • Plan sales goals with Store Manager
  • Develop skills and assist in leading, directing, motivating and educating new Teammates
  • Motivate Teammates to initiate and complete daily tasks set by Store Management
  • Partner with Store Manager to delegate, demonstrate, and review all 4 zones
  • Confirm Teammates are following through with Visual Standards, Visual library and Weekly Visual Checklist throughout their shift with a sense of urgency and accountability
  • Exhibit ability to create changes to improve store’s overall performance via Performance Tracker
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include mornings, evenings, and weekends, and the day of/day after Thanksgiving and Christmas, based upon store and business needs
  • Understand and utilize planner including completion of Opening and Closing Checklists
  • Watch for and recognize security risks and thefts, and know how to prevent or handle these situations
  • Follow all Loss Prevention guidelines, including daily bag and purse checks
  • Appropriately handle calls from Corporate Office
  • Maintain positive attitude when dealing with challenging situations that involve Guests or Teammates
  • Understand and execute all policies regarding payments, returns, exchanges and Loss Prevention practices
  • Ability to navigate and execute all tools on the home page
  • Knowledge and ability to give guidance and feedback to all non-sales positions
  • Complete all scheduled shifts and cover shifts when needed
  • Consistently maintain a clean, organized and shoppable store to fulfill Buckle’s mission statement
  • Provide feedback to Store Manager and Leadership Team regarding merchandise handling concerns
  • Communicate any policy violations and Teammate or Guest concerns to Store Manager, District Manager, and/or Human Resources in a timely, confidential manner
  • Understand and apply the Buckle’s Code of Ethics and all policies, procedures, and handbooks
  • Execute and train others on opening/closing checklist
  • Complete Markdowns, Pulls, inbound/outbound freight, recalls, Return to Vendors (RTVs)
  • Establish relationships and excellent communication with Corporate Office Departments to assist Store Manager in effective operation of the store
  • Monitor and maintain adequate inventory of supplies
  • Immediately handle emergencies in Store Manager’s absence, in accordance with Company guidelines
  • Supportive of Leadership
  • Promote personal and store growth
  • Demonstrate and maintain a professional, mature and stable relationship with all Teammates
  • Execute daily interviews as needed to support Team Development and growth
  • Overcome objections and problem solve
  • Motivated to self-educate themselves on all company tools (videos, pieces, books) and ability to share this information with others
  • Understand and administer Buckle Commitment to Success
  • Ability to travel and cover other Stores within District based on business needs
  • Handle all schedule changes in a positive and professional manner
  • Fulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive team spirit.

Benefits

  • Insurance
  • Spending and Savings Accounts
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Teammate Discount
  • Performance Bonuses
  • Leave Options
  • Employee Assistance Program
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