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Walkabout Outfitter

Assistant Store Manager - Blacksburg

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Job Description

Please note: Please visit our website, www.walkaboutoutfitter.com, for instructions on how to apply. We will not be checking indeed for applications.
Position:
Assistant Store Manager Our mission statement: Encourage happiness To apply: Visit walkaboutoutfitter.com/pages/we-re-hiring and follow the instructions listed. We are a small, family-owned business where you are part of the family and not just a number. We take pride in the positive culture and the experience you get with working with us. This position is a fun, creative job with a happy working environment wherein you will work assisting the store manager with daily tasks as well as working the sales floor. Check out what we offer below:
  • Substantial sales goal bonuses
  • Company matched retirement plan
  • Health insurance benefits (cost shared)
  • Free clothing and shoes. Yep, that's right we give you a clothing allowance every year!
  • One week paid vacation/personal days
  • Paid holidays
  • Get the products you love with a great store discount
  • Vendor discounts to include awesome prodeals
  • In house sales contests that encourage happiness and you can win great stuff
  • Competitive salary
  • Schedule flexibility
Hours & Salary:
This is an hourly position, 35-40 hours/week, at $17.00
  • $20.00/per hour including sales bonuses, dependent on experience. This hourly wage range equates to approximately $35,360.00
  • $41,600.
00 per year based on a 40-hour week. Most weeks you will work about 40 hours, but it's whatever it takes to do the job well! As expected in retail, we are open seven days a week. You will be expected to work at least two weekends a month and on and around major holidays. We are closed tentatively on New Year's Day, Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Evaluation:
Communication is key, and we believe feedback is a gift! We provide consistent coaching throughout the year to assist with your growth in the company as well as conduct a thorough 90-day review as well as an annual review to discuss strengths/weaknesses, store needs, goal setting, etc. Responsibilities included, but not limited to: Meeting sales goals consistently and completing sales goal metrics. Excellent customer service. Have a lot of fun, be happy and encourage happiness!! Having a thorough understanding of being on the retail sales floor & selling techniques, which include a thorough knowledge of the products and how they work.
Knowledge of all the vendors:
for assistance with customer special orders. Understanding and practice of Walkabout 'philosophies'. Adhering to store's non-negotiable standards to keep the store well-organized & running smoothly Assisting with the management of staff
  • delegating, communicating, leading by example, motivating, training, etc. Covering store if part-time staff is unable
  • i.
e., Jane Doe calls you at 7 PM Thursday that they can't work on Friday and they were unable to find coverage; you'll be responsible for covering. Maintaining & updating store displays, windows, and merchandised areas. Marketing in-store promotions and events within your local community and local partners. Finding creative ways to increase sales through special events, merchandising, working with special interest groups & community partners, i.e., hiking groups, ATC, non-profit organizations, etc., reading books or listening to podcasts about promotions and then implementing ideas. Again, different ways to increase sales! Banking responsibilities to include weekly deposit, writing checks, submitting packing slips & receipts properly to our bookkeeper. Computer skills
  • you will be using the following programs: Excel, Word, Quickbooks Point of Sale, b2b (internet ordering program), Facebook, iContact, Instagram, Google docs and Outlook email.
Follow through on all orders, defective merchandise, transfers, special orders, etc. Assisting with placing product orders. Staying organized, excellent time-management & prioritization skills. Following all opening & closing checklists; maintaining a clean sales floor, stockroom, office, and bathroom. This is a physically demanding job, and you must be able to lift 40lbs, stand for long periods, stoop, reach, climb ladders, stairs, etc.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$17.00
  • $20.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off
Shift:
8 hour shift
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Personal Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings

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A Retail Associate Manager assists the manager at a retail store, either an independent business or a store that is part of a large retail chain. Supervises sales associates and retail store operations. Reviews and monitors merchandise sales, inventory and prices, and directs advertising and promotions. May prepare work schedules and hire, train and evaluate sales associates. May supervise warehouse, cleaning, maintenance or security staff. Assists with resolving customer complaints.

$41,194 / year median in Virginia

+4% projected growth

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