Assistant Store Manager - Clothing

Description

The *Assistant Store Manager-Clothing* plays a critical role in overseeing and enhancing the Murdoch's store experience, as well as improving operational processes. The ASM-Clothing leads the Clothing team, and is responsible for planning, goal setting, development, and overall success within the Clothing department. The ASM-Clothing ensures processes are reviewed, measured, and optimized and they lead through a service-oriented approach. As a member of the store management team, they also contribute to the overall success of the store.

**As a Murdoch's Team Member in this role, you will...**

* Commit to the success of the team by embracing Murdochs’ mission, values, and principles.
* Facilitate the highest standards in customer service, merchandising, and store appearance to maximize revenue.
* Drive consistent retention, development, and coaching to grow a talent bench for store-level department movement.
* Complete inventory pricing and maintenance duties.
* Operate in a timeline driven and goal-oriented manner to ensure accountability.
* Demonstrate excellence with organization and delegation.
* Network, recruit, assess, hire, and develop qualified candidates.
* Prioritize, plan, delegate, administer and adapt to the store needs.
* Develop the strategies and plans to achieve sales results through business analysis, action planning, task assignment, and effective team communication.
* Manage product sets within the department.
* Develop product knowledge across the breadth of products in the department and provide training and development to team members.
* Practice service-oriented leadership within the department and cross-functionally throughout the store.
* Set and maintain signage in the department and on endcaps for sales, promotions, events, and vendor assets.
* Communicate and collaborate effectively with other members of the store management team.
* Create and maintain a safe environment for customers and team members.

Requirements

**As a Murdochian in this role, you must...**

* Have a positive attitude and demonstrated practice of learning.
* Be able to handle multiple tasks and take decisive action.
* Excel in a fast paced, evolving work environment.
* Have strong communication (written, oral, and interpersonal) skills.
* Demonstrate effective leadership skills.
* Display exceptional merchandising ability.
* Use effective problem-solving skills.
* Have three to five years previous store leadership experience within retail.
* Have strong Windows-based computer skills – especially with Microsoft products.
* Be able to network, recruit, interview, train, motivate, grow, and have a purpose driven approach to their direct reports and those within the store as a whole.

**Physical Demands:**

* Must work 45-55 hours per week on average.
* Standing for long periods of time.
* Heavy and repetitive lifting (up to 50 lbs).
* Bending, carrying, and pushing.
* Working on a ladder.
* Repetitive wrist movements on keyboard.
* Close vision for computer work.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

**Competitive Benefits + Compensation:**

* $22 - $25 per hour depending on experience.
* Amazing Employee Discount on everything from clothes to power tools to pet food.
* Multiple Health Insurance options to best suit your needs after 60 days.
* Dental & Vision options to complete your health plan.
* Life Insurance to secure your family’s financial future.
* Paid Vacation allows you to relax and recharge.
* Holiday Pay throughout the year so you can celebrate with your family.
* Paid Sick Time empowers you to stay home and focus on your health without losing pay.
* 401(k) with a generous 4% company match to help plan for retirement.
* Paid Parental Leave to take time to bond with your family’s new addition.
* Community Giving Program matches your donations and provides paid volunteer hours.
* Wellness Program saves you money by lowering medical premiums with credits earned.
* Training Program helps you expand your knowledge and skills with over 250 courses.
* Other various Voluntary Insurance Options.

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