Assistant Store Manager - Robert Graham - Westchester Mall NEW STORE OPENING!

Assistant Store ManagerRobert Graham, founded in 2001, is an American eclectic luxury men's and women's apparel and accessories brand. Robert Graham offers excellent career growth opportunities, competitive salaries and benefits within a dynamic work environment.The Assistant Store Manager plays a key role in assisting with the overall performance of the store by promoting a sales culture to build productivity and passion for the brand. In this role, you will ensure customers receive exemplary service and a positive brand experience. You will assist in leading and motivating the team.Specific Responsibilities Would IncludeSales Generation:Lead by example to assist in achieving sales goals and KPI'sAssist Store Manager in utilizing reports to identify opportunities (best sellers, product sell through, stock levels, employee productivity)Set measurable performance standards and goals based on Company's expectations and metricsWork with Store Manager to identify marketing opportunities to build customer base and local marketCreate additional business opportunities by ensuring team members focus on maintaining strong customer relationshipsCustomer Service:Ensure all associates provide the highest level of customer service to achieve World Class Service standardsEnsure staff maintains constant client communication through utilizing their client books and client databaseResolve all client problems and complaints quickly and effectivelyAssist sales associates with various customer service issues i.e. dissatisfied customers, returns, defectiveEmpower associates to make decisions in the customer's best interest that also support the Company's philosophyOperations:Ensure facility maintenance, presentation and organizationEnsure cash control procedures are properly followed including: bank deposits, safe funds and petty cashControl store expenses and maintain budgets, continually striving to reduce costsEnsure deliveries are properly processed in a timely mannerMonitor the movement of all inventory and ensure that staff adheres to all Shipping/Receiving policies and proceduresMeet inventory accuracy and shrink requirementsEnsure staff is trained in all areas of appropriate register usage and maintenanceUnderstand and properly execute all management register functionsSupport, promote and assume responsibility for loss prevention in all areas of risk management, physical security, store cash controls, inventory management, inter-store communicationBuild and maintain good communication with members of corporate office, regional office, mall office and other storesExhibit proficiency in computer programs used by the Company including: Word, Excel, OutlookMerchandising/Visual:Maintain all merchandising directives and ensure execution of effective merchandising strategiesPartner with logistics, product teams and supervisor to ensure appropriate assortment for the storeEnsure the selling floor is neat, clean, organized and reflects the correct visual image at all timesEnsure presentation of all displays, fixtures and all visual areas are reflective of current visual directionIdentify and communicate product concerns in a timely mannerCommunicate inventory needs to the corporate retail team in order to support the business goalHuman Resources:Communicate all human resources issues to the Store Manager in a timely and effective mannerAssist Store Manager with the payroll processEnsure image and grooming standards are professional, reflective of the brand image and Dress Code Policy is adhered to at all timesOur Best Fit Candidate Would HavePreferred minimum 3 years luxury retail management experience leading a sales team.Superb communication skills – verbal and writtenPC literate – Excel, Word, OutlookEducation: College Degree preferred but not mandatoryCore competencies and traits:Sales and Goal Oriented - Must have the ability to maintain and communicate company's commitment to goals, drive sales, and measure team's performance. Developmental and TrainingSkills - The ability to recognize and recruit talent, delegate responsibility, and work with staff and coach them to help them grow. Able to motivate staff and provide helpful, behaviorally specific feedback.Performance Management Skills - Must be able to take responsibility for one's own performance and all teams performance by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against goals, ensuring feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly. Clarify expectations and provide resources and training needed to achieve goals.Customer Focus - Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.*This commission eligible position will receive a generous employee discount at Robert Graham.Salary Range: $18.00-$26.00