Associate Manager

Summary

The Associate Manager supports the General Manager in developing strategic plans and executing initiatives to drive a profitable store business. The role helps lead talent development, customer experience, operational excellence, and brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business trends and support strategic planning and store initiatives.
• Lead client development and community outreach, and support talent recruitment and development.
• Manage store processes, inventory control, and execution to achieve productivity and shrink goals.
• Champion new selling technologies and ensure the sales floor and store meet brand standards.
• Provide feedback on business trends and high-potential opportunities to store and district leadership.

Requirements

• Retail management or similar experience in a complex, high-volume, or high-profile specialty environment preferred.
• Strong communication, business acumen, planning, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with customers, management, and coworkers.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight shifts or travel.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including lifting or climbing as needed.