Assistant Store Manager

Title

Assistant Store Manager

Pay Grade

Non-Exempt

Major Department

Management

Minor Department

Management

Reports to

General Manager

Job Summary : Responsible for assisting the General Manager in managing and directing the efficient operation of the store to maximize sales and profitability. Perform the duties of the General Manager in his / her absence. Knowledgeable with the various department functions. Works with designated Department Managers to coach and assist in training the store staff to learn and understand the nuances of the various products and processes required. Responsible for the monitoring and review of staff job results and store needs with GM. Acts as a role model and exemplifies Pete's Four Pillars of Value, Aesthetic, Quality, and Customer Service.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Leading by being the example of dependability, preparedness and work pace .
• Effective in communicating, delegating and motivating staff.
• Achieves results through teamwork, coaches and develops others.
• Assists General Manager with proper training and supervision of new and existing staff that will warrant the correct ordering, receiving, unloading, storage, and rotation of merchandise and building of displays.
• Assists the General Manager in managing the department teams by focusing on teaching DMs and associates about sales performance to achieve the levels consistent with corporate objectives.
• Coordinates and communicates with corporate support teams, such as Buyers & Pricing, GM and Department Managers for proper and efficient store function.
• Monitors training emphasizing correct receiving, purchasing and inventory supply, POS procedures and exceptional customer service.
• Supports, upholds, and enforces all Company policies, and local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Assists in the communication with the GM for management of labor and scheduling to minimize labor expenses, while ensuring adequate store staffing in accordance with the needs of the business.
• Monitors and recognizes the cause of shrink and works effectively to control losses and help to increase profits.
• Communicates with Scan Coordinator, DMs and teams to ensure that the correct pricing is maintained and that all shelf tags reflect proper merchandise information and prices.
• Maintains high standards of store image ensuring that the store is clean, well-stocked, and ready for business.
• Strives to increase sales through suggestive selling skills / techniques and to consistently improve customer service.
• Ensures information flows to all team members and advise management of significant events affecting the store.
• Supervises and coaches direct reports in the performance of their duties; participates in performance reviews and provides feedback.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education and Certifications

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Work Environment Requirements / Physical Demands

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Benefits

Starting hourly rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and will vary based on things like location, experience, and qualifications. All positions are eligible for Overtime, and some positions will have guaranteed Overtime available.

Hourly rate for Suburban Stores is $15-$25

Hourly rate for City of Chicago Stores is $16.60-$25

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