Assistant Store Manager

Position Location: Palo AltoThe Assistant Store Manager is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in maintaining a customer-centric environment by making customers a priority while driving sales. In the Store Managers absence, successfully managing the day-to-day store operations, staffing, and inventory management is expected. In this role, you will collaborate with the Store Manager to lead a team of dynamic Associates while providing customers with extraordinary service.RESPONSIBILITIESManage sales and expenses to optimize resultsSupport Store Manager in maintaining staffing levels consistent with business needs to ensure excellent customer serviceEnsure adequate shift coverage and scheduling to business needs including covering shifts is schedule Associate is unable to workAssisting Store Manager with recruiting, hiring, and training AssociatesMaintain brands standards around cleanliness, organization, and visual presentationSupport Store Manager to build a culture of collaboration and accountabilityDemonstrate clear understanding of sales goals and align behaviors accordinglySupervise and train staff in Store Manager’s absenceQUALIFICATIONS3-5 years of experience in retail sales1-2 years in retail managementOpen availability to include nights, weekends, and holidaysEffective customer engagement skillsBasic merchandising and visual skillsHigh level interpersonal and communication skillsPhysical requirements include the ability to stand and walk for an eight-hour shift; climb a ladder; and lift a minimum of 10 poundsMust be 18 years of age or olderMust be fluent in English (speak, read, write)Must be able to work single shifts (work alone from time to time)Everything But Water offers a competitive compensation package including 401(K) participation, merchandise discounts and additional benefits for eligible Associates.STYLE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE OBSESSED? DIVE INTO A CAREER IN FASHION!Everything But Water is the largest specialty retailer of women’s swimwear and resortwear in the US, with over 90 stores coast-to-coast and a leading website at everythingbutwater.com. Everything But Water offers an unparalleled, year-round selection of head-to-sandy-toe getaway essentials, from designer swimsuits, cover-ups, and sundresses to jewelry, totes, sandals, and more.Equal Opportunity & Fair Chance StatementEverything But Water is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable Fair Chance and “Ban the Box” laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr