Dickies : Assistant Store Manager - Gilroy Premium Outlets

Assistant Sales Manager

The Assistant Sales Manager assists the Store Sales Manager in all aspects of store operations, including generating store profits by maximizing sales and controlling inventory and expenses. They also implement all Williamson-Dickie Retail Stores Co. policies and procedures. In the absence of the Store Sales Manager, the Assistant Sales Manager assumes the full duties and responsibilities of a Store Sales Manager, except as noted under staff supervision duties. The Assistant Sales Manager works on opposite shifts to the Store Sales Manager and performs other duties as required / assigned by the supervisor.

Specific functions, duties, and responsibilities include :

• Assisting the Store Sales Manager in achieving monthly sales plan projections through personal selling and management endeavors.
• Assisting the Store Sales Manager in maintaining a well-trained staff of Sales Associates who are able to promote The Williamson-Dickie Retail Stores Co. products and image.
• Assisting the Store Sales Manager in using inventory guidelines to maximize sales and stock turnover through specified procedures.
• Assisting the Store Sales Manager in developing a regular clientele and in servicing their needs within Company guidelines.
• Assisting the Store Sales Manager in recognizing industry trends and reporting these trends to the Store Sales Manager.
• Assisting the Store Sales Manager in maintaining awareness of competitive activity and communicating issues to the Store Sales Manager.
• Assisting the Store Sales Manager in purging inventory of defective / damaged goods by implementing clearance procedures and damage-out procedures, with Store Sales Manager approval.
• Assisting the Store Sales Manager in maintaining well-trained Sales Associates and ensuring good customer service.
• Managing staff to maximize customer service needs during peak daily, weekend, and holiday periods.
• Helping ensure that all staff successfully completes Company-required training programs.

Under the direction of the Store Sales Manager, the Assistant Sales Manager ensures that all duties assigned to Sales Associates are executed. In the absence of a Store Sales Manager, the Assistant Sales Manager ensures that the store is staffed to meet scheduling needs and performance standards. They supervise Sales Associates during any period of time or shift the Store Sales Manager is not on duty.

The Assistant Sales Manager assists the Store Sales Manager in implementing all basic Company merchandising principles and standards for proper sales floor display. They set up signage and display of all catalogs, newspaper advertisements, and seasonal promotions, as directed. They ensure all stock is represented on the sales floor and see that the store adheres to Company housekeeping policies.

The Assistant Sales Manager assists the Store Sales Manager in ensuring that payroll guidelines are followed and in controlling all variable expenses of operating the store within established approval levels. They help ensure that all day-to-day activity is carried out according to Company policies and procedures.

The Assistant Sales Manager assists the Store Sales Manager in accounting for all merchandise movement in and out of the store. They help check for accuracy in paperwork and POS system to prevent fraud or book losses. They assist the Store Sales Manager with preparing for and taking physical store inventories and help protect Company assets by taking necessary security measures during and after store operating hours.

The Assistant Sales Manager assists Store Sales Manager with maintaining overall physical sales floor presentation (e.g., walls patched / painted, carpets cleaned as necessary, windows washed, stockroom organized, etc.). They present major repair / maintenance needs to Store Sales Manager.

Through guidance from the Store Sales Manager and General Manager - Retail Stores, the Assistant Sales Manager enhances job knowledge and management skills to become prepared for a Store Sales Manager position. They advance personal job knowledge and management skills through reading and other means. They participate in and succeed in Assistant Sales Manager training programs.

Physical capabilities required include stamina to fulfill the work requirements of up to a 40-hour work week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Ability to move and lift up to 50 lbs in products using proper equipment and techniques. Ability to use all equipment, ladders, and fixtures provided by the Company to merchandise the store and complete other job duties.

Skills, attributes, and experience required include a college degree or equivalent retail management experience, proven sales ability, effective leadership skills, oral and written communication skills, analytical ability, effective problem-solving ability, basic merchandising ability, proficiency in use of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook), and professional appearance and presentation.

Hiring range : $22.25 USD - $33.37 USD per hour. Minimum start rate : $23.50. Incentive potential : This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation : You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.myvfbenefits.com.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law. Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.