Assistant Store Manager

At Movado Group, we are committed to building the strongest brands in the industry and we are passionate about what we do. Our people are fueled by a creative spirit and a drive for excellence that are reflected in every aspect of our business. We offer the watch industry a compelling strategic vision and track record of sustained growth and we offer our employees unparalleled opportunities for career advancement. We invite you to come share in our success. Our people are the corner stone of our business - we invite you to grow your career with us. We are seeking a candidate with exceptional sales and management skills preferably in the watch, fine jewelry and/or specialty retail industry to join our team at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont, IL as our Assistant Store Manager. The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for effectively assisting the Store Manager in all aspects of operations, driving sales, customer service, management and training of the staff, etc. The Assistant Store Manager acts as the Store Manager in the absence of the Store Manager. Roles and Responsibilities Achieve or exceed personal sales goals as established by the Store Manager and develop a complete knowledge of the merchandise Open and close store Achieve financial objectives for the store Coach and train store personnel to help them achieve their personal sales goals Recruit, hire, train, and coach store employees to ensure peak performance of the store as well as employees Ensure that the capture of CRM data, management of inventory, management of revenue, merchandising and loss prevention programs are implemented in accordance with company policy Provide exceptional customer service and ensure that all employees within the store also provide exceptional customer service Maintain the stability, security and reputation of the store by complying with corporate, legal and security requirements. Maintain a neat, clean, and professional working environment Monitor and maintain merchandise to ensure cleanliness of the product, accurate ticketing and proper display Service watches which includes sizing and battery changes as needed Job Requirements The ideal candidate has strong selling skills and at least 3 years of retail management experience. Experience in watch, jewelry, fashion, accessories, cosmetics, specialty and/or luxury retail strongly preferred. Exceptional interpersonal, communication and customer service skills. Must be organized and detail oriented. Must have intermediate computer skills, including MS Office (Word/ Excel). Must have open availability and flexibility to work according to needs of the business and to ensure store objectives are met (Flexible schedule including weekends and evenings). Benefits Our employees enjoy a competitive compensation, employee discount, time off and benefit package. Including an hourly rate starting at $19.50 and commission on sales. Movado Group is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity. Movado Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Movado Group was originally created in 1961 as the North American Watch Company. Its founder, Gedalio Grinberg, was a refugee from Cuba who quickly became a legend in the watch industry. Pioneering the luxury watch business, Grinberg gained acclaim through his many widespread accomplishments, including his contribution to building the Piaget brand, the rescue and revitalization of the Movado brand and his efforts to rally Swiss forces during the quartz crisis of the 1970s. Gedalio Grinberg laid the foundation for what has become, under the successful leadership of his son, Efraim Grinberg, a $500+ million watch company. Today, Movado Group is a major player in the watch industry worldwide, offering exciting career opportunities and a strong portfolio of ten widely respected brands: Movado, EBEL, Concord, MVMT, Olivia Burton, Coach Watches, HUGO BOSS Watches, Lacoste Watches, Tommy Hilfiger Watches and Calvin Klein Watches. As our brands expand globally, our employees continue to enjoy the rich experience of a small company environment, with hands-on involvement and exposure to many different aspects of the business. From Product Development to Supply Chain operations, our employees can learn the inner workings of the industry, while growing within the organization. We currently own and operate over 50 Movado Company Stores that offer exceptional value on products from all our fine watch brands. With strategic locations nationwide, this retail division supports our brand image and increases sales for our company. A successful global corporation, Movado Group employs over 1,100 people worldwide. Our corporate headquarters are in Paramus, New Jersey. We have manufacturing facilities in Switzerland and the Far East, and regional offices in France, Germany, the United Kingdom, China including Hong and Hong Kong. We enjoy a strong international presence as a leader in the watch industry. From fashion to luxury, our distinctive and diverse brands offer a wide range of growth opportunities. Join the Movado Group team and work for the best brands in the market, while becoming a part of a world-class organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr