Assistant Manager - Part-time

Watsonville, CA 175, 1083 S. Green Valley Rd., Watsonville, CA 95076, USA With nearly 400 stores across the western United States, Big 5 Sporting Goods is the neighborhood store that gets you ready to play. For over 70 years, everything we do comes down to having the most energetic, sports‑minded individual on our team. Our Assistant Manager Part‑time gains knowledge and experience, required for promotion to higher management positions under direction of experienced personnel, by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates. A well‑defined training program will be provided to help you develop your way in our management structure. Candidates who apply for this position should be enthusiastic, energetic, sports‑minded people with solid customer service backgrounds and/or educational paths well‑suited for the industry. Role Overview The Assistant Manager Part‑time position is the perfect career opportunity for the sports and outdoor enthusiast. The qualities of our team members serve as a foundation for future growth, and our managers provide leadership and direction to the entire store team. Primary Duties Successful operation of store in the absence of the Store Manager Provide excellent customer service and assist customers throughout the store Answer phone calls and respond to customer inquiries Recommend products and suggest add‑on sales Merchandising and compliance of all company policies Setting promotional signage Checking and retrieving merchandise from stockroom as needed Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked sales floor Opening and closing of the store Training newly hired associates Directing sales and cashier associates throughout the store Inventory control and enforcement of loss prevention policies Enforcement of all company policies Performs or may perform additional duties as assigned by management and supervision Position Requirements Must be 21 years of age or older Strong communication and interpersonal skills Must possess basic organizational and/or applicable math skills Detail‑oriented and reliable Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment Basic knowledge of sporting goods is a plus Must possess High School diploma, GED, or High School Equivalency Exam Flexible Scheduling Upon accepting a position offered, candidate will be subject to E‑Verify Light to moderate lifting may be required, with or without reasonable accommodation Benefits Flexible Schedule Employee Merchandise Discount Ticket Discounts to Top Attractions and Events Employee Referral Program Paid Sick Leave

• Dental, Medical Insurance (Must regularly work at least 1560 hours per year to maintain Medical, Dental eligibility)
• Savings and Profit‑Sharing Plan– 401k/Roth IRA (Must work at least 1000 hours per year to qualify for 401k eligibility)