Assistant Manager Job at Private Advertiser, Auckland, Auckland Central
- Location:
- Auckland
- Auckland Central
- Classification:
- Retail & Consumer Products
- Management – Store
An Assistant Manager is responsible for achieving and exceeding store sales and profit budgets by creating a team of dedicated, high performing staff members. TheAssistant Manager will provide leadership, coaching, development and training for each individual staff member in accordance with company direction. It is also the responsibility of theAssistant Manager to maintain a fresh, clean and inviting shopping environment at all times for our customers.
You will have had previous experience in apparel retail and a good understanding of what it takes to make a team successful.
Proven selling skills and a real passion for outstanding customer service is an absolute must.
Sporting knowledge is a plus but not a necessary attribute
The successful applicant will also require the following attributes:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Maturity and reliability, with a stunning work ethic and high energy.
- A positive ‘can do’ attitude.
- Good computer skills with a basic knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Great attention to detail
- Results orientated
- Strong leadership qualities
- Commitment to developing others
- Operates with a sense of urgency
- Ability to problem solve
- Sound organizational and planning skills
Key Responsibilities will include:
Actively identify and suggest opportunities for growth and participation in local promotional activities where appropriate
Leadership & People Management
Create a positive and clearly focused environment through goal setting for the store and individual staff members. Identify staff development needs and provide training and support.
Sales Results
Achieve and exceed daily, weekly, monthly store sales budgets as well as communicating with all staff on a daily basis regarding sales budgets and store progress. Monitor individual staff sales performance.
Customer Service
Personally demonstrate a commitment to providing exceptional customer service
Store Presentation
Provide a professional and appealing environment for customers that assists in the maximization of sales generation as well as ensuring visual merchandising direction is carried out and housekeeping standards are maintained.
Product
Display appropriate knowledge of all products and understand relevant features and benefits
Teamwork
Develop ongoing co-operation and support amongst all store staff members, creating cohesive working relationships within the sales area and with company management and head office staff.
Work Environment
Ensure a discrimination free workplace by following Canterbury of New Zealand policies and reporting any breaches as well as maintaining a harmonious working environment.
Administration & Finance
Ensure appropriate compliance to all company administration procedures. Manage staff roster and regular stock takes.
Professional Conduct
Present oneself as an ambassador for the company at all times
We in turn offer a competitive salary, a seasonal uniform allowance and generous staff discounts, as well as an environment where good performance is recognised and rewarded.
This role is fulltime 40+ hours a week withTuesday toSaturday being the most likely roster at this stage.
Only applicants who successfully make it to the interview stage will be contacted, so we would like to thank you in advance for your time and energy in applying.
Please include a CV and a cover letter with your application
Applications close 31st July